Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
06E065000AJ MOTORSPORT E (Equipment)359307/31/2006OVSCTOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.07/17/200607/17/2006571108
Defect SummaryCertain aj motorsport combination lamps sold as replacement lamps for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. combination lamps not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence SummaryLack of amber side reflectors in the lamps will decrease lighting visibility to other drivers and may possibly result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryAj motorsport will notify owners and offer reimbursement for the lamps. the recall began on july 31, 2006. owners may contact aj motorsport at 626-618-2026.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aj motorsport aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled
06E026000PRO-A MOTORS, INC. E (Equipment)6194404/03/2006OVSCTOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.03/23/200603/23/2006571108
Defect SummaryCertain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence SummaryWithout the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Corrective SummaryPro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
NotesThis recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled lamp model numbers.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS
09E025000DOPE, INC. E (Equipment)4254007/28/2009OVSCTOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION05/11/200905/11/2009571108
Defect SummaryDope, inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence SummaryDecreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective SummaryDope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798.
NotesThis recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under document search located at the bottom of your screen. owners 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 .
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS
99V347003TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.from 02/04/1999 to 07/30/1999V (Vehicle)1647202/25/2000ODITOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.01/18/200002/03/2000
Defect SummaryVehicle description: light duty trucks. the tail light socket may have been improperly molded, resulting in the locking tab having insufficient force to retain the bulb.
Consequence SummaryIf the bulb falls out of the socket, the brake or tail lamp function cannot occur.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the tail lamp sockets.
NotesToyota recall no. ssc y01.owner notification began february 25, 2000.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 1-800-331-4331. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
4493B02/23/20054492B100155522001 tundra repair manual correction for the headlight and taillight system (body electrical) 00400-rm809-u2. *tt 00400-rm682-u2 - '00 tundra. *tt07/28/2005
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BACK UP LIGHTS
SSCY0106/20/2002634042Subject regarding special service campaign y01 stop lamp reminder. *tt09/26/2002
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
00140404/14/2000610078Information regarding the ssc u01 2000 modelyear stop lamp. *tt04/14/2000

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS
08/29/2001308/01/1999
 Failure results in inoperative trailer lighting/signals/brake lights which is hazardous
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS - SWITCH
07/25/2000111/01/1999
 No summary listed for abov evehicle. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS
05/16/200791000101/25/2000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2000 toyota tundra. the contact stated that the vehicle's rear tail light bulb is failing because the bulb is loose in the socket. the contact has replaced the bulb four times in the past four months, the last time being may 16, 2007. the contact stated that there is safety recall # 99v347003 (exterior lighting:tail lights), but his vin is excluded. the engine size was unknown. the current mileage is 95,675 and failure mileage was 91,000. updated 06/08/07 *tr
08/03/20044
 It was determined that all 4 oxygen sensors needed to be replaced. the consumer found that there was an extended warranty'; return true; onmouseout=window.status=''; return true;>extended warranty'; return true; onmouseout=window.status=''; return true;>extended warranty'; return true; onmouseout=window.status=''; return true;>extended warranty, but was told that the problem wasn't bad enough for a total recall. *sc recall campaign: recall number: 99v347003. the towing packet light kit had blown out and was replaced. the consumer stated that the engine light has been on since purchase of the vehicle. vehicle stalled while being driven by the consumer. when started again the check engine light appeared. after having the vehicle checked again it registered a code of p0505/possible idle control system. *tc
04/21/2000
 Received recall notice 99v347003/ tail lights & contacted the dealership to set an appointment. was informed by mechanic that no parts were available. no indication when parts will be available. *ak
EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TURN SIGNAL - FLASHER UNIT
08/29/2001308/01/1999
 Failure results in inoperative trailer lighting/signals/brake lights which is hazardous