NHTSA Recall 04V434000: Headlights (exterior lighting)
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 75,395 vehicles. It affects 1998–2005 Lexus LX470.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V434000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SSC 5LB |
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS |
| Report received | September 8, 2004 |
| Owner notification | June 10, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the daytime running lights do not meet luminous intensity standard.
Safety risk
This condition could blind the driver of a vehicle driving in the opposite direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a resistor, which will decrease the luminous intensity of the drl. Owner notification began june june 10, 2005. Owners should contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Notes
Lexus recall no. Ssc 5lb.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
Vehicles covered by recall 04V434000
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.