Recall 09V-388: 2007–2010 Lexus ES350, 2006–2010 Lexus IS and 6 more
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Oct 5, 2009, covering about 4,445,056 vehicles.
The problem
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 passenger vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its being trapped by an unsecured or incompatible driver's floor mat.
The risk
A stuck open accelerator pedal may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
The fix
Toyota filed an amended defect report on november 25, 2009, stating that dealers will modify the accelerator pedal and, on certain vehicles, alter the shape of the floor surface under the pedal. These changes address the risk of pedal entrapment due to interference with the floor mat. Redesigned accelerator pedals will become available beginning in april 2010 and dealers will replace any modified pedal with the new pedal if desired. Also, dealers will replace any genuine toyota or lexus all-weather floor mats with redesigned all-weather mats, or repurchase the previous mats from owners who do not want the new ones. Additionally, software modifications will be installed on camry, avalon and lexus es 350, is 350 and is 250 models that will ensure that the brake overrides the accelerator in the event both brake and accelerator pedals are applied. Toyota will begin mailing letters to owners on december 31, 2009. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331, lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Notes
Toyota recall no. 90l/90lg.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 09V388000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Lexus ES350 | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Lexus IS | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Toyota Avalon | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Toyota Camry | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Toyota Camry Hybrid | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Toyota Prius | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 | All years |
| Toyota Tacoma | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
| Toyota Tundra | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 09V-388?
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 passenger vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its being trapped by an unsecured or incompatible driver's floor mat.
How is recall 09V-388 fixed?
Toyota filed an amended defect report on november 25, 2009, stating that dealers will modify the accelerator pedal and, on certain vehicles, alter the shape of the floor surface under the pedal. These changes address the risk of pedal entrapment due to interference with the floor mat. Redesigned accelerator pedals will become available beginning in april 2010 and dealers will replace any modified pedal with the new pedal if desired. Also, dealers will replace any genuine toyota or lexus all-weather floor mats with redesigned all-weather mats, or repurchase the previous mats from owners who do not want the new ones. Additionally, software modifications will be installed on camry, avalon and lexus es 350, is 350 and is 250 models that will ensure that the brake overrides the accelerator in the event both brake and accelerator pedals are applied. Toyota will begin mailing letters to owners on december 31, 2009. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331, lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.