NHTSA Recall 04V317000: Automatic transmission (power train)
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 13,000 vehicles. It affects 2004 Lexus LS 430.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V317000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 4LC |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Report received | July 1, 2004 |
| Owner notification | July 29, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain vehicles when the accelerator is operated quickly, a small piece of metal may separate from a retaining collar located in the inner part of the automatic transmission. This small piece of metal may become caught in the parking lock mechanism.
Safety risk
This may cause the parking lock system to be inoperative when the transmission shift lever is placed in the park position, thereby increasing the risk of vehicle roll-away, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the transmission. Owner notification is expected to begin during july 2004. Owners should contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Notes
Toyota (lexus) recall no. 4lc.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V317000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Lexus LS 430 | 2004 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.