Recall 11V-112
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. recalled the 2004 to 2007 Lexus RX Hybrid and 4 other models: Vehicle speed control (accelerator pedal).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 11V-112
- Reported
- February 24, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 769,379 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 highlander, highlander hybrid, and model year 2004-2007 lexus rx330, rx350, and rx400h vehicles. If the forward retention clip used to secure the floor carpet cover, which is located in front of the center console, is not installed properly the cover may lean toward the accelerator pedal and interfere with the accelerator pedal arm.
The risk
If this occurs, the accelerator pedal may temporarily become stuck in a partially depressed position rather than return to the idle position. A stuck accelerator pedal may result in unintended and sustained vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the floor carpet cover with a newly designed one free or charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during march 2011. Owners may contact toyota at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Toyota safety recall boa lexus safety recall no. Blc.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .
Affected vehicles
- Lexus RX Hybrid 2004 to 2007
- Lexus RX330 2004 to 2007
- Lexus RX350 2004 to 2007
- Toyota Highlander 2004 to 2006
- Toyota Highlander Hybrid 2004 to 2006