Recall 06V-023: 2004 Lexus RX330

TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for seat belts, reported to NHTSA on Jan 27, 2006, covering about 3,851 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-023
Report date
Jan 27, 2006
Vehicles affected
3,851
Owners notified
Feb 3, 2006

The problem

Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the anchor bolt for the rear, left-hand side seat belt buckle directly behind the driver's seat does not have sufficient strength.

The risk

The rear seat occupant may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace free of charge the rear, left-hand side seat belt buckle anchor bolt with an improved one. The recall began on february 3, 2006. Owners may contact lexus at 800-255-3987.

Notes

Lexus recall no. 6la.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerTOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ComponentSeat Belts › Rear/Other
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V023000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Lexus RX3302004All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 06V-023?

Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the anchor bolt for the rear, left-hand side seat belt buckle directly behind the driver's seat does not have sufficient strength.

How is recall 06V-023 fixed?

Dealers will replace free of charge the rear, left-hand side seat belt buckle anchor bolt with an improved one. The recall began on february 3, 2006. Owners may contact lexus at 800-255-3987.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.