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Toyota, TYC 2012–2013 Exterior Lighting recall

Recalled December 12, 2013 · NHTSA recall 13E070000 · Toyota

Hazard
The reversed tail lamp function reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Genera will notify owners and provide replacement aftermarket tail lamps, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2014. Owners may contact Genera at 1-888-963-9888. This recall is being conducted by Genera Corporation, not by Toyota Motor Corporation.
Units
409 units

Description

Genera Corporation (Genera) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement tail lights, model 11-6468-00 (driver-side), and model 11-6467-00 (passenger-side), sold for use on 2012-2013 Toyota Prius V vehicles. The brake light and tail light circuits are switched causing the brake lights to be illuminated continuously until the brake pedal is pressed, when the brake lights will go out.

What to do

Genera will notify owners and provide replacement aftermarket tail lamps, free of charge. The recall began on January 23, 2014. Owners may contact Genera at 1-888-963-9888. This recall is being conducted by Genera Corporation, not by Toyota Motor Corporation.

Product
Toyota 11-6467-00 · Toyota 11-6468-00 · Toyota PRIUS V
Manufacturer(s)
Toyota Motor Corporation · Genera Corporation

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov

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