Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Manufacturer
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
Your vehicle may have a brake light switch that's not working properly due to a design issue. This switch is what turns your brake lights on and off.
Risk if Unfixed
If the switch fails completely, your brake lights won't turn on, which could increase your risk of being involved in a crash.
Free Fix
Don't worry, this fix is on us! Dealers will replace the brake light switch for free.
Show original NHTSA language
Original — What Happened
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY BE EQUIPPED WITH AN IMPROPERLY DESIGNED BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH. A SILICON OXIDE BUILD-UP OCCURS ON THE CONTACTS INSIDE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH, WHICH CAN MAKE IT INOPERABLE.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE SWITCH IS INOPERABLE, THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL NOT ILLUMINATE AND CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING DECEMBER 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT TOYOTA AT 1-800-331-4331.
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