Don't Drive Your Toyota!

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Yes, that's right! Latest news has it that Toyota is recalling seven different models in Britain, including the Yaris, which is also Britain's best-seller, after reports of accelerator pedals sticking, leaving the car speeding even when drivers takes their foot off the accelerator pedals. The 7 models affected are: AYGO MMT (Feb 2005 - Aug 2009) iQ (Nov 2008 - Nov 2009) Yaris (Nov 2005 - Sep 2009) Auris (Oct 2006 - 5 Jan 2010) Corolla (Oct 2006 - Dec 2009) Verso (Feb 2009 - 5 Jan 2010) Avensis (Nov 2008 - Dec 2009) Apparently, this recall came in the wake of a harrowing fatal accident which had a recorded tragic phone call details from a family, just minutes before they were killed in a Lexus in San Diego last August, which was believed to be caused by a faulty accelerator. This tragedy sent shockwaves round America and the UK. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/worldnews/article-1248177/Toyota-recall-Last-words-father-family-died-Lexus-crash.html The Lexus - Toyota's luxury brand - which was linked in this particular accident, has not been recalled in Britain. It is understood that it has been linked to a technical problem in the U.S. only. Toyota is investigating the three separate faults reported in Europe, America and Japan. FAULT 1: 'Sticky' Accelerator The problem: Toyota has recalled millions of vehicles over reports that the accelerator pedal is sticking while driving. It has blamed the problem on wear and tear in the accelerator pedal. FAULT 2: Trapped Accelerator The problem: Accelerator pedals trapped under floor mats. Vehicles affected in the UK: Toyota has recalled five million vehicles in America, but insists the problem affects only U.S. models. FAULT 3: Brake Failure The problem: The Japanese government has ordered Toyota to investigate claims of brake system failures on its newest model of the Prius hybrid. The U.S. Transportation Department has received more than 100 reports of brakes failing on bumpy or slippery roads. Another 14 incidents have been reported in Japan. Vehicles affected in the UK: There have been no reported problems in Britain. Toyota is recalling all affected models. The manufacturer says the problem can be fixed with a 30-minute repair at its approved service centers. So, if you own any of the above models, please 'Stop driving it. Take it to a Toyota dealer to have it checked and fixed.' Make sure you visit its approved service centers. Now, though this recall is reported to be happening in the US, UK and Japan - I would advise that the rest of you out there to be equally alert and pay the authorized service centers a visit. Believe me, it is better to be safe than sorry here. Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1248294/Toyota-plunged-chaos-million-cars-recalled-worldwide.html