2002 Lexus ES300 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2002 Lexus ES300. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 01V371000Dec 11, 20011,697 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
  Covers: Lexus ES300 2002

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The left front brake tube may have been deformed prior to vehicle delivery due to improper installation of a coil spring spacer that was installed to prevent damage to the vehicle during transportation.

  Possible consequence: If the brake tube is deformed significantly, it could contact the inner fender panel, and eventually cause damage to the tube due to vibration during driving. Brake tube damage could also lead to brake fluid leakage after extended use of the vehicle.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the front brake line and, if necessary, replace the line. Owner notification began january 1, 2002. 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 lexus at 1-888-333-9376.

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• 01V372000Dec 11, 200119,587 vehicles potentially affected
  Air bags › Frontal
  Covers: Lexus ES300 2002, Toyota Camry 2002

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a three-spoke style steering wheel. During air bag deployment, it is possible that the bottom seam of the front driver's side air bag module cover (horn pad) could be torn away allowing the bottom portion of the cover to completely detach from the air bag module.

  Possible consequence: If this should occur, there is a possibility that the detached bottom portion may strike the driver causing personal injury.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver's side air bag module. Owner notification began december 28, 2001. 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 or lexus at 1-888-333-9376.

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NHTSA investigations

• DP09001Unwanted and unintended accelerationClosed · Apr 8, 2009
• PE04021Throttle control systemClosed · Mar 3, 2004
• DP04003Throttle control systemClosed · Feb 17, 2004

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