Recall 92V-111: 1987–1990 Toyota Tercel

TOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Jul 13, 1992, covering about 360,399 vehicles.

NHTSA number
92V-111
Report date
Jul 13, 1992
Vehicles affected
360,399
Owners notified
Sep 28, 1992

The problem

There can be interference with the headlamp housing if headlamp bulbs are replaced with any brand other than koito brand bulbs.

The risk

The interference with the headlamp housing caused byother than koito brand lamp bulbs does not comply with FMVSS 108, "lamps,reflective devices, and associated equipment."

The fix

Toyota dealers will provide a new koito brand bulb with no charge if a non-koito brand bulb is now installed, or should a headlamp bulb burn out in the future. "caution labels" will also be placed on each headlamp housing.

Notes

System: headlamps; FMVSS 108.vehicle description: passenger cars equipped with koito headlamps.

Recall details

ManufacturerTOYOTA MOTOR CO., LTD.
ComponentExterior Lighting › Headlights
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance)
NHTSA campaign number92V111000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Toyota Tercel1987, 1988, 1989, 1990All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 92V-111?

There can be interference with the headlamp housing if headlamp bulbs are replaced with any brand other than koito brand bulbs.

How is recall 92V-111 fixed?

Toyota dealers will provide a new koito brand bulb with no charge if a non-koito brand bulb is now installed, or should a headlamp bulb burn out in the future. "caution labels" will also be placed on each headlamp housing.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.