Toyota Unveils Solution For Accelerator Pedals Recall In US

Toyota has unveiled its remedy for accelerator pedals on eight Toyota-brand vehicle models, subject to a recall in the US. The details of the remedy were released on February 1 in US by Toyota Motor Sales USA (TMS).

Toyota said that in the accelerator-pedal assembly of affected vehicles, condensation resulting from cold-weather use of the heater or other causes may form on the worn surface, of what is known as a friction device. If this occurs, there is a possibility that the accelerator pedal returns slowly or does not return to its idle position.

The Toyota solution involves installing a precision-cut steel reinforcement bar into the accelerator-pedal assembly, which creates a space to reduce the surface tension between the friction device and the pedal arm. The bar also strengthens reaction force of the spring that returns the accelerator pedal to its non-pressed position.

According to Toyota, the preparations are now underway to have US dealers apply the solution to affected vehicles. The priority is placed on addressing vehicles already in the marketplace and considerations are also being made toward recommencing sales and production of the vehicle models concerned.

The company also plans to implement a similar solution in Europe, China and other countries and regions, where details are to be worked out with local authorities.

The affected vehicles include certain: 2009-2010 RAV4, 2009-2010 Corolla, 2009-2010 Matrix, 2005-2010 Avalon, 2007-2010 Camry, 2010 Highlander, 2007-2010 Tundra and 2008-2010 Sequoia.