Car Hydrogen Toyota

On January 21, 2010, the Japanese car manufacturer, Toyota, announced the recall and stop of sale of several of its models, because of a safety concern where the gas pedal could be stuck in a depressed position and slow to return to normal. This recall is said to affect more than 2 million cars in the US. The recall has spread to Europe and China, as well.

The gas pedals are more likely to be faulty, if they are worn out. The recalled models had gas pedals that were manufactured at a plant in Ontario, according to a report submitted by Toyota to the National Highway Safety Administration.

What is the Gas Pedal Stickiness Issue with Toyota Cars?

There is a possibility that, very rarely, the gas pedal may stick in a partially depressed position and slowly return to idle position. Toyota mentions that the condition is rare and is likely to occur when the pedal mechanisms become worn.