Toyota Recall Information

Posted by Jason on February 2, 2010

On January 21, 2010, Toyota issued a recall affecting 2.3 million vehicles due to a problem with the gas pedal sticking. Days later, a separate recall was issued, adding 1.1 million vehicles to a recall originally issued in November 2009. This recall was announced after problems with the vehicles’ floor mats were interfering with the gas pedal and were linked to several serious accidents.

The Models Involved:

2007-2010 Camry
2005-2010 Avalon
2004-2009 Prius
2005-2010 Tacoma
2007-2010 Tundra
2007-2010 ES350
2006-2010 IS250
2006-2010 IS350

Congress Speaks Out
According to Reuters.com:
House Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Henry Waxman said he would hold a hearing next month to consider “how quickly and effectively” the car maker responded to complaints about sticking pedals and slipping floormats.
“Like many consumers, I am concerned by the seriousness and scope of Toyota’s recent recall announcements,” Waxman said in a statement.

The Toyota sales moratorium and related recall of 5.4 million U.S. vehicles also has tarnished the reputation of the carmaker known for safety and reliability.