Recall 20E087000: Exterior Lighting, Headlights

NHTSA recall 20E087000 · announced November 20, 2020 · Jdm Adstar · 38,520 units affected

The problem

JDM ASTAR LLC (JDM) is recalling certain T1 replacement headlight bulbs sizes H11, 9005, 9006, H4, 9007, H13, and 9012. The light output may be excessive. As such, these bulbs fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."

The risk

The excessive brightness may blind oncoming drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do

JDM will notify owners, instructing them to return the bulbs for a full refund, free of charge. The recall began January 4, 2021. Owners may contact JDM customer service at 1-626-330-0711.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.