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On the heals of its decision to voluntarily recall 2.3 million vehicles, Toyota is temporarily halting sales of the eight affected models, including the Toyota Camry. The carmaker announced the recall on Jan. 21 because of a problem that could cause the gas pedal to stick.
According to Toyota, there is a possibility that certain accelerator pedal mechanisms may mechanically stick in a partially depressed position or return slowly to the idle position. The company says a sticking accelerator pedal is unusual, and it rarely occurs suddenly. The problem will usually develop gradually and can occur when the accelerator pedal mechanisms become worn. Warning symptoms include: the pedal becoming harder to press, the pedal returning slower when released, or sticking in a partially depressed position.
Company spokespeople say Toyota has investigated isolated reports of the sticking gas pedal. The pedal recall and suspension of sales affect these models:
- Avalon (2005-10)
- Camry (2007-10)
- Corolla (2009-10)
- Highlander (2010)
- Matrix (2009-10)
- RAV4 (2009-10)
- Tundra (2007-10)
- Sequoia (2008-10)
The Camry and Highlander and hybrids are not involved, and neither are Camry, RAV4, Corolla and Highland vehicles with VINs that begin with “J.”
Because of the sales suspension, Toyota is expected to stop production of new vehicles at the following facilities for the week of February 1:
- Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Canada (Corolla, Matrix, and RAV4)
- Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Indiana (Sequoia and Highlander)
- Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky – Line 1 (Camry and Avalon)
- Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Inc. (Camry)
- Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Texas (Tundra)
If you believe your vehicle is affected or if you have any questions, you can call Toyota at 800 331 4331. (Of course, you can always contact us by email or phone at 847 816 0011.) This recall is separate from the campaign announced in October in which a loose floormat could become lodged under the gas pedal and cause it to stick open.
Read Toyota’s FAQs on the new recall.
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