1999 Lexus RX300 Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1999 Lexus RX300. 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.

• 99V011000Jan 20, 199923,441 vehicles potentially affected
  Exterior lighting › Headlights › Switch
  Covers: Lexus RX300 1999

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The headlights and taillights may not automatically illuminate in low ambient light when the headlight switch is placed in the "auto" position.

  Possible consequence: Vehicles following behind may not see the vehicle since no headlights and taillights would be illuminated, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will install a modified body electronic control unit.

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• 99V012000Jan 20, 19996,503 vehicles potentially affected
  Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Differential proportional valve
  Covers: Lexus RX300 1999

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with the optional traction control system. Due to improper design of the rear brake tube distribution, if one of the dual brake lines fails when the driver applies the brake, the vehicle will feel unstable compared to vehicles with proper rear brake tube distribution.

  Possible consequence: This condition can increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will install modified brake tubes.

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