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Recalls for
1996 Lexus Sc400
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1 recalls found.
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DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1998-02-04
Description
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. Due to improper assembly of the terminal for the starter motor magnetic switch, an electrical short circuit can occur if electrically-conductive liquid, such as road splash with deicing salt, enters this area.
Consequence
A starter motor no-start condition or an underhood fire can result.
Corrective Action
Dealers will repair the magnetic switch.
Notes
Owner notification began february 9, 1998. 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 toyota at 1-800-331-4331. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).