The problem
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of part 567, "certification." the incorrect gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr) data was printed on the certification regulation label. The gvwr is incorrectly reflected on the label as 6,100 lbs. The correct gvwr should be 6,000 lbs.
The risk
The certification label does not meet the information requirements as described in the regulations.
The fix
As each label is vehicle identification number specific, owners will be requested to contact their local Lexus dealer first to place an order for the corrected label. Once the label has arrived at the dealership, the owner will be contacted for label replacement. Owner began April 10, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 03V-031 (03V031000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | February 11, 2003 |
| Owners notified | April 10, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,878 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-031 repair free?
Yes. Lexus dealers will fix the problem at no cost: As each label is vehicle identification number specific, owners will be requested to contact their local Lexus dealer first to place an order for the corrected label.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,878 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.