Toyota has known for months that it has a problem with sudden acceleration in some models of both Toyota and Lexus brands. Sudden acceleration is a serious safety condition. When the accelerator pedal sticks, the driver can experience the horror of being out of control. Sometimes drivers report a surge of speed even when the accelerator pedal does not seem to remain depressed. Several deaths and many injuries have been reported. Some consumers have contacted us and KBKlegal is investigating.
Last fall, the National Highway Safety Administration announced a recall of Lexus 2006-2010 and Toyota 2004-2010 models for “Floor Mat Interference with Accelerator Pedal.” (NHTSA Campaign ID Number 09V388. ) NHTSA first notified KBKlegal of this recall in October 2009. We were skeptical then, and remain so now, that the floor mats were the only problem.
Toyota has expanded the scope of its recall and recently announced another “fix”, but whether it has actually solved the problem remains to be seen. Meanwhile, Toyota and Lexus cars on the highways may have a sudden acceleration problem that has yet to happen. It can be an intermittent condition that lies hidden for months or years after purchase. It might even happen for the first time when the vehicle warranty has expired. Dealers often downplay the issue, suggesting deceptively that the event was “driver error.” Toyota will have a hard time making that excuse anymore. Congress has opened an investigation. House Energy and Commerce Committee chairman Henry Waxman says, “Like many consumers, I am concerned by the seriousness and scope of Toyota’s recent recall announcements.” He has demanded more information from Toyota as well as NHTSA.
If you have experienced sudden acceleration in a Lexus or Toyota, contact KBKlegal.
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Toyota Sudden Acceleration
Toyota has known for months that it has a problem with sudden acceleration in some models of both Toyota and Lexus brands. Sudden acceleration is a serious safety condition. When the accelerator pedal sticks, the driver can experience the horror of being out of control. Sometimes drivers report a surge of speed even when the accelerator pedal does not seem to remain depressed. Several deaths and many injuries have been reported. Some consumers have contacted us and KBKlegal is investigating.
Last fall, the National Highway Safety Administration announced a recall of Lexus 2006-2010 and Toyota 2004-2010 models for “Floor Mat Interference with Accelerator Pedal.” (NHTSA Campaign ID Number 09V388. ) NHTSA first notified KBKlegal of this recall in October 2009. We were skeptical then, and remain so now, that the floor mats were the only problem.
Toyota has expanded the scope of its recall and recently announced another “fix”, but whether it has actually solved the problem remains to be seen. Meanwhile, Toyota and Lexus cars on the highways may have a sudden acceleration problem that has yet to happen. It can be an intermittent condition that lies hidden for months or years after purchase. It might even happen for the first time when the vehicle warranty has expired. Dealers often downplay the issue, suggesting deceptively that the event was “driver error.” Toyota will have a hard time making that excuse anymore. Congress has opened an investigation. House Energy and Commerce Committee chairman Henry Waxman says, “Like many consumers, I am concerned by the seriousness and scope of Toyota’s recent recall announcements.” He has demanded more information from Toyota as well as NHTSA.
If you have experienced sudden acceleration in a Lexus or Toyota, contact KBKlegal.