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Automotive · Japan · 2024-12-05

Origin: 日本

Lexus auto driving support system AHS unit reflector mounting part has insufficient strength

Country	Japan
Category	Automotive
Published	2024-12-05
Country of origin	日本
Manufacturer	Toyota Motor Corporation
Models affected	RX300, RX450h, RX450hL
Units affected	19066
Defect	In the AHS* of the driving support system, due to insufficient strength analysis of the reflector mounting part of the AHS unit that controls light distribution, cracks may occur if used for a long time in a high-temperature environment with processing oil adhering. Consequently, the cracks may progress and cause damage, a warning message may be displayed, and the driving headlights may fail to illuminate. *Adaptive High-beam System: A system that controls high-beam light distribution according to the surrounding environment and driving conditions, and assists in securing forward visibility.
Component	Lighting system (AHS unit)
Remedy	Inform users about the defect, and if a warning message is displayed, inspect the serial numbers of the left and right headlights, and if applicable, replace the AHS unit with an improved part. Since it will take time to prepare replacement parts, users will be notified again once parts are ready, and the AHS unit will be replaced with an improved part.
Recall number	5591
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	the destination market's product-safety rules and mandatory standards

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