2003 LEXUS LX470 Recalls (3)

Campaign:: 04V434000 on 09/07/2004
Component:: Exterior lighting:headlights
Manufactured:: 12/22/1997 - 08/03/2004
Affected:: 75,395
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.
Consequence:: This condition could blind the driver of a vehicle driving in the opposite direction, increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:: 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.
Campaign:: 10V346000 on 07/28/2010
Component:: Steering:gear box:shaft pitman
Manufactured:: 06/12/2002 - 06/12/2002
Affected:: 39,159
Defect:: Toyota is recalling certain model year 2003-2007 lexus lx470 vehicles. the construction of the steering shaft is such that the snap ring on the shaft may disengage when the vehicle experiences an unusually severe impact to the front wheels. if the snap ring becomes disengaged and the steering wheel is then repeatedly turned to the locked position, over time the steering shaft may become disconnected.
Consequence:: This could result in loss of steering control increasing the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Dealers will replace the snap ring with a newly designed one and install an additional component which will prevent separation of the steering shaft. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on august 23, 2010. owners may contact lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Notes:: 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:: 16V065000 on 02/04/2016
Component:: Air bags:side/window
Manufactured:: 07/29/2002 - 06/06/2006
Affected:: 320,409
Defect:: Toyota motor engineering & manufacturing (toyota) is recalling certain model year 2003-2006 toyota land cruiser and lexus lx470, 2005-2006 toyota tundra and sequoia, 2004-2006 toyota 4runner and lexus gx470 vehicles equipped with side curtain-shield-air bags. the affected vehicles have an air bag control module that may be improperly programmed, causing the side curtain-shield-air bags to deploy inadvertently.
Consequence:: If the side curtain-shield-air bags deploy unexpectedly, it can increase the risk of occupant injury.
Correction:: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air bag control module with one that has improved programming, free of charge. the recall began on december 1, 2016. owners may contact toyota customer service at 1-888-271-9371. toyota's number for this recall is g0c and glb.
Notes:: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

2003 LEXUS LX470 TSBs (63)

Bulletin:: PG00802
Component:: 210000 trailer hitches
Summary:: Subject regarding installation of tow hitch receiver during pre-delivery service. *tt
Bulletin:: PG01002
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: This bulletin states that the short pin used to minimize battery discharge during transportation and storage, needs to be re-installed during predelivery service. *tt
Bulletin:: 01202
Component:: 020000 suspension
Summary:: Suspension ball joint inspection method. *tt
Bulletin:: 00501
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: Diagnostic tester immobilizer functions. *tt
Bulletin:: 00103
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: A750 transmission solenoid identification. *tt
Bulletin:: 00203
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Service maintenance reminder light reset procedure. *tt
Bulletin:: 032503
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: 2003 lx470 repair manual correction - wireless door lock control system - vol ii. *tt
Bulletin:: 030503
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Repair manual correction - electrical wiring diagram. *tt
Bulletin:: 00303
Component:: 121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:: Daytime running lights stay on when towing a trailer. *tt
Bulletin:: 00303
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Buzz noise on the land line side during a hands-free call. *tt *jb
Bulletin:: 00403
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Wireless headphone unexpectedly turns off during low temperature operation. *tt *jb
Bulletin:: ST00103
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: Variable gear ratio steering (vgrs) calibration procedure. *tt
Bulletin:: 3LF
Component:: 180000 vehicle speed control
Summary:: Special service campaign 3lf to inspect and/or replace the throttle body assembly. an electrical contact in the throttle body motor may malfunction causing the malfunction indicator light (mil) to illuminate on the dash and the engine cont
Bulletin:: PG00403
Component:: 198000 tires:temporary/emergency spare tire
Summary:: Spare tire carrier operation. 2004 lx470 included. *tt
Bulletin:: EL00903
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Lexus link system error detected. *tt
Bulletin:: SU00203
Component:: 020000 suspension
Summary:: A flashing ahc (active height control) off light with diagnostic trouble code c1743. *tt
Bulletin:: 01102
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: Initialization of vgrs system. 2004 lx470 also included. *tt
Bulletin:: 00204
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: Tilt/telescopic steering noise/smoothness improvement for steering column noise. lexus. *tt
Bulletin:: 00104
Component:: 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:: Exhaust booming at idle.*mr
Bulletin:: 00104
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Jump starting vehicles equipped with crank hold feature. *tt
Bulletin:: 4
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Limited service campaign (lsc) 4ld - lexus link system removal. campaign details and technical instructions. *tt
Bulletin:: 5156
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Rain sensor system - repair manual correction. 2004 lx470- 00245-rm105-6u1. 2005 lx470 - 00245-rm113-4u1. 2003 lx470 - 00245-rm973-3u1. *tt
Bulletin:: 5174B
Component:: 015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:: Steering - power steering gear. repair manual correction. 00245-rm620-u2. '98 lx470. 00245-rm745-u2. '00 lx470. 00245-rm802-u2. '01 lx470. 00245-rm914-u2. '02 lx470. 00245-rm113-4u2. '05 lx470. 00245-rm973-u2 - '03 lx470. 002
Bulletin:: 00401
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: Repair manual supplement - vehicle pulling to one side. all lexus 2002 - 2006 models. *tt all '02 - '07 models. lexus. *tt
Bulletin:: 0703
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Customer support program - warranty coverage enhancement for 2003--early 2004 model year lx470 vehicles equipped with front (night view) camera. *nj
Bulletin:: LSB-0015-10
Component:: 118000 electrical system: software
Summary:: Lexus: techstream ecu flash reprogramming procedure. flash reprogramming allows the ecu software to be updated without replacing the ecu. flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ecus are released as field fix procedures des
Bulletin:: LSB-0030-11
Component:: 102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:: Toyota: transmission or park/neutral switch installation information. *rm
Bulletin:: LSB-0059-12
Component:: 181000 vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal
Summary:: Lexus: precaution information on removal, inspection, installation of accelerator pedal sensor assembly, which requires no lubrication. models 2001-13 ct200h, es300, 300h, 330, 350, gs300, 350, 450, 450h, 460, gx460, 470, hs250h, is f, is
Bulletin:: LSB-0143-11
Component:: 220000 seats
Summary:: Lexus: information regarding the seat cover replacement, equipped with side air bags, the modifications that might negatively affect side air bag performance can result in severe injuries. *pe
Bulletin:: L-SB-0025-14 Rev
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: Tsb: the immobilizer and smart key reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
Bulletin:: L-SB-0082-14
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Tsb: the purpose of this bulletin is to provide precautions to follow when installing an automatic transmission/transaxle assembly to avoid mil "on" shifting issues and/or transmission damage. use the information in this bulletin when insta
Bulletin:: L-SB-0007-11 Rev
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Tsb: the purpose of this service bulletin is to provide information regarding the installation of the correct torque converter bolts during automatic transmission/transaxle assembly replacement. incorrect torque converter bolts or missing w
Bulletin:: L-SB-0030-11 Rev
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Tsb: the purpose of this bulletin is to provide information regarding transmission and/or park neutral position switch installation. if the manual shift lever is rotated prior to installing the park neutral position switch, the detent sprin
Bulletin:: L-SB-0041-11 Rev
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Tsb: obsolete notice-october 16, 2014: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see l-sb-0082-14.
Bulletin:: L-SB-0021-14 Rev
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: Tsb: flash reprogramming allows the ecu software to be updated without replacing the ecu. flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ecus are released as field-fix procedures described in individual service bulletins. this bullet
Bulletin:: L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Lsb: when servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
Bulletin:: L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Lsb: when servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or othe
Bulletin:: L-SB-0021-14_Obs
Component:: 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:: Tsb: obsolete notice january 22, 2018: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see l-sb-0001-18.
Bulletin:: L-SB-0048-08 Obs
Component:: 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:: Tsb: replacement certification labels. obsolete notice november 28, 2017: this bulletin is now obsolete. please see l-sb-0179-17.
Bulletin:: L-SB-0001-18
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Tsb: supersession notice the information contained in this bulletin supersedes service bulletin no. l-sb-0021-14. * applicability has been updated to include applicable 2018 models and 2016 * 2018 model year rc 300 and 2015 * 2018 model yea
Bulletin:: L-TT-0111-13
Component:: 140000 air bags
Summary:: Lexus vehicles are equipped with supplemental restraint systems (srs), including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. if a customer expresses any concerns that the s
Bulletin:: L-SB-0092-13
Component:: 130000 visibility
Summary:: The following procedures are recommended during routine maintenance or in the event of a customer concern for wiper performance.
Bulletin:: L-BO-004-05 Obso
Component:: 130000 visibility
Summary:: This bulletin is now obsolete. please see l-sb-0092-13.
Bulletin:: L-SB-0143-11 Rev
Component:: 142000 air bags:side/window
Summary:: Beginning in 1998, lexus introduced side airbags as optional equipment. lexus does not recommend replacement of original seat covers with non-lexus leather or other seat cover materials on vehicles due to the following: seat covers not rec
Bulletin:: L-TT-0145-13
Component:: 130000 visibility
Summary:: Spots in window glass
Bulletin:: L-TT-0031-10
Component:: 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:: Adhesive & sealant cross reference information
Bulletin:: L-SB-0041-11 Rev
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: This bulletin is now obsolete. please see l-sb-0082-14.
Bulletin:: L-SB-0090-08 Rev
Component:: 131000 visibility:windshield
Summary:: If a creak, tick, or rattle noise is heard at the top or bottom of the windshield, the source of the noise may be the two windshield stoppers bonded to the top of the windshield or the windshield retainers bonded to the lower edge of the wi
Bulletin:: L-SB-0010-15
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Lsb: the procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. refer to the applicable repair manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.
Bulletin:: L-SB-0021-14 Rev
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Tsb: revision notice: applicability section has been updated to include 2016-2017 applicable model year lexus vehicles. the repair procedure section, required tools & equipment section, and the repair procedure section has been updated.
Bulletin:: L-SB-0025-14
Component:: 353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:: Tsb: the immobilizer and smart key reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
Bulletin:: L-SB-0025-14 Rev
Component:: 353100 equipment:electrical:anti-theft devices
Summary:: Tsb: the immobilizer and smart key reset is a feature that allows the registration of new keys when all master keys are lost. once the system is reset, all previously registered keys will be erased.
Bulletin:: L-SB-002-01 - OB
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Tsb: obsolete notice: july 7, 2014: this bulletin is now obsolete.
Bulletin:: L-SB-0021-14
Component:: 118000 electrical system: software
Summary:: Tsb: flash reprogramming allows the ecu software to be updated without replacing the ecu. flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ecus are released as field-fix procedures described in individual service bulletins. this bullet
Bulletin:: L-SB-0015-10 Rev
Component:: 980000 unknown or other
Summary:: Tsb: obsolete notice-june 12, 2014: this bulletin is now obsolete.
Bulletin:: L-SB-0010-13
Component:: 050000 parking brake
Summary:: A new special service tool (sst 09709-00002) has been introduced to aid in the inspection procedure for certain vehicles equipped with a floor pedal-type parking brake system. this bulletin references the correct method for installing the b
Bulletin:: L-TT-0116-13
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Navigation/ multi info display day mode operation
Bulletin:: L-SB-0066-11 Rev
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: When servicing interior electrical switches and components, please note the precautions in this bulletin to avoid damaging electrical components and switches. many lubricants, cleaners, and automotive chemicals contain silicone or other com
Bulletin:: L-SB-0015-10 Rev
Component:: 118000 electrical system: software
Summary:: Flash reprogramming allows the ecu software to be updated without replacing the ecu. flash calibration updates for specific vehicle models/ecus are released as field-fix procedures described in individual service bulletins. this bulletin de
Bulletin:: L-TT-0111-13
Component:: 140000 air bags
Summary:: Lexus vehicles are equipped with srs, including various airbags and in some models, seat belt pre-tensioners, to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. if a customer expresses any concerns that the srs airbags or pretensioner devic
Bulletin:: L-TT-0047-11 Rev
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: Some customers may complain that the rear seat entertainment system is inoperative if they have misplaced the parental passcode for the system.
Bulletin:: Lexus Floor Mat
Component:: 356000 equipment adaptive
Summary:: In the recent bi-annual floor mat reminder letter distributed november, 2012, lexus indicated that we were developing support materials that will help remind dealership customers and associates of the importance of proper floor mat usage.
Bulletin:: L-SB-0010-15
Component:: 350000 equipment
Summary:: Lsb: the procedure in this bulletin is a general guideline on how to properly diagnose the air conditioning system after a component failure. refer to the applicable repair manual for vehicle specific repair procedures and parts.

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