Toyota recall comes to Europe

Toyota has confirmed the recall over sticking accelerators pedals will soon come to Europe, meaning big work for UK Toyota dealers.

The Japanese firm is still to confirm how many vehicles in Europe will be affected saying “the models and exact number of potentially affected vehicles is under investigation”. The news comes after Toyota announced last week that it would be recalling 2.3 million vehicles in the US due to the safety issues.

The recall relates to concerns about the vehicles' pedal mechanism. The accelerator pedal was either returning slowly to the idle position or – more alarmingly – sticking in a depressed position. The problems are believed to be caused by progressive wear increasing friction in the pedal.

‘Whilst this condition is rare,’ said Toyota, ‘we advise customers who have concerns to contact Toyota GB Customer Relations for assistance ahead of the recall instructions being issued.’

Toyota car owners will be directly contacted following the usual car recall protocol. Dealers will also be advised on the process of remedial work.

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Donna Kelly.

29/01/2010