Vehicle recall 94V039000 · February 23, 1994
1992 Lexus ES300
The secondary hood latch mechanism has a narrow clearance between internal parts which, over time, accumulate dust or other foreign matter and cause the latch to not engage…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- The secondary hood latch mechanism has a narrow clearance between internal parts which, over time, accumulate dust or other foreign matter and cause the latch to not engage properly.
- Consequence
- If this occurs and the primary latch is not properly engaged, the hood could open suddenly without warning, blocking the vision of the driver, which could cause an accident.
- Remedy
- Lexus dealers will replace the secondary hood latch.
- Notes
- System: structure; hood assembly; latches.vehicle description: passenger vehicles.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and the remedy is not provided within a reasonable time and freeof charge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, please contact Lexus service center at 1-202-775-1707. Also, contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 94V039000
- Reported to NHTSA
- February 23, 1994
- Filed by
- TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.
- Owner notification
- March 11, 1994
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 16,036
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Lexus ES300 (1992): 1992
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