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2012 Toyota PRIUS V Exterior Lighting Tail Lights Recall


NHTSA Recall #	100767
NHTSA Compaign #	13E070000
MFG Compaign #
Manufacturer	Genera Corporation
Supplier	TOYOTA
Brand	TOYOTA
Model	PRIUS V
Model Year	2012
Component	EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
Date of notification	23/01/14
Begin date of manufacuring	17/01/25
End date of manufacturing	17/01/25
Type of recall	E
Recall initiator	MFR
Report received	12/12/13
Report created	26/12/13
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FMV safety standard number
Estimated number of affected units	409
Defect summary	Genera corporation (genera) is recalling certain aftermarket replacement tail lights, model 11-6468-00 (driver-side), and model 11-6467-00 (passenger-side), sold for use on 2012-2013 toyota prius v vehicles. The brake light and tail light circuits are switched causing the brake lights to be illuminated continuously until the brake pedal is pressed, when the brake lights will go out.
Consequence summary	The reversed tail lamp function reduces the ability to warn other motorists of the driver's intentions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective action	Genera will notify owners and provide replacement aftermarket tail lamps, free of charge. The recall began on january 23, 2014. Owners may contact genera at 1-888-963-9888. This recall is being conducted by genera corporation, not by toyota motor corporation.
Recall notes	Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153).

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2012 Toyota PRIUS V Exterior Lighting Tail Lights Recall

2012 Toyota PRIUS V Exterior Lighting Tail Lights Recall

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