The problem
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages." the anchor bolt for the rear, left-hand side seat belt buckle directly behind the driver's seat does not have sufficient strength.
The risk
The rear seat occupant May not be properly restrained in the event of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace free of charge the rear, left-hand side seat belt buckle anchor bolt with an improved one. The recall began on February 3, 2006. Owners May contact Lexus at 800-255-3987.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 06V-023 (06V023000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 6LA |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Seat belts › Rear/other |
| Report date | January 27, 2006 |
| Owners notified | February 3, 2006 |
| Vehicles affected | 3,851 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 06V-023 repair free?
Yes. Lexus dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace free of charge the rear, left-hand side seat belt buckle anchor bolt with an improved one. The recall began on February 3, 2006. Owners May contact Lexus at 800-255-3987.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 3,851 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.