Toyota Halts Sales of 8 U.S. Models in US
Toyota Halts Sales of 8 U.S. Models in US
In a dramatic move, Toyota has halted sales of eight U.S. models of its vehicles out of fears regarding a sticking throttle issue.
The move is being “unprecedented” in the automobile industry and the automaker gave no indication as to when it will find a remedy or how long the sales halt will be in effect.
The models that are not being sold now are:
*Avalon, 2005-10
*Camry, 2007-10
*Corolla, 2009-10
*Highlander, 2010
*Matrix, 2009-10
*RAV4, 2009-10
*Sequoia, 2008-10
*Tundra, 2007-10
These vehicles reportedly make up about two thirds of Toyota-brand sales in the United States.
This sticking throttle recall is said to be different, according to the automaker, from the recall of 4.2 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles late last year where throttles could get jammed open by floor mats. Toyota is trimming gas pedals and said it plans on replacing the gas pedals with a different design. It should be noted, though, that 1.7 million of the vehicles in the latest recall are also included in the floor mat related recall.
Toyota U.S. Vice President Bob Carter told the media, “Restoring confidence in Toyota” and ensuring customer safety were the reasons for Tuesday’s halt. Go to www.Toyota.com for more information on these recalls.
