Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Toyota/Lexus to recall 3.8 million vehicles – Floor mats may cause accelerator to stick and cause a crash

NATIONWIDE - Toyota is in the process of recalling 3.8 million vehicles in the United States. The problem is a removable floor mat. The floor mat could interfere with the vehicle's accelerator and cause a crash.

The company says it will be the largest recall in its history. Toyota owners could learn about the safety campaign as early as next week.

The recall affects the following vehicles: 2007-2010 model year Toyota Camry, 2005-2010 Toyota Avalon, 2004-2009 Toyota Prius, 2005-2010 Tacoma, 2007-2010 Toyota Tundra, 2007-2010 Lexus ES350 and 2006-2010 Lexus IS250 and IS350.

FOR IMMEDIATE SAFTEY: Owners should take out the floor mats on the driver's side, not replace them and contact a local Toyota/Lexus dealer.

If you or a loved one has been injured, call the TRIPP LAW FIRM for an immediate telephone consultation. Florida Injury Attorney G. Alan Tripp, Jr. and the injury law team are available 24 hours a day. CALL (888) 392-LAWS (5297).

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