Recall 98V-016
TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD. recalled the 1995 to 1997 Lexus LS400 and 1 other model: Electrical system (starter assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 98V-016
- Reported
- January 27, 1998
- Vehicles affected
- 47,525 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Due to improper assembly of the terminal for the starter motor magnetic switch, an electrical short circuit can occur if electrically-conductive liquid, such as road splash with deicing salt, enters this area.
The risk
A starter motor no-start condition or an underhood fire can result.
The fix
Dealers will repair the magnetic switch.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began february 9, 1998. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact toyota at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Lexus LS400 1995 to 1997
- Lexus SC400 1996 to 1997