The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with the optional traction control system. Due to improper design of the rear brake tube distribution, if one of the dual brake lines fails when the driver applies the brake, the vehicle will feel unstable compared to vehicles with proper rear brake tube distribution.
The risk
This condition can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install modified brake tubes.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 99V-012 (99V012000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | XL-2 |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Differential proportional valve |
| Report date | January 20, 1999 |
| Owners notified | February 16, 1999 |
| Vehicles affected | 6,503 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 99V-012 repair free?
Yes. Lexus dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install modified brake tubes.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 6,503 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.