The problem
Toyota is recalling certain model year 2004-2010 passenger vehicles. The accelerator pedal can get stuck in the wide open position due to its being trapped by an unsecured or incompatible driver's floor mat.
The risk
A stuck open accelerator pedal May result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop the vehicle, which could cause a crash, serious injury or death.
The fix
Toyota filed an amended defect report on November 25, 2009, stating that dealers will modify the accelerator pedal and, on certain vehicles, alter the shape of the floor surface under the pedal. These changes address the risk of pedal entrapment due to interference with the floor mat. Redesigned accelerator pedals will become available beginning in April 2010 and dealers will replace any modified pedal with the new pedal if desired. Also, dealers will replace any genuine Toyota or Lexus all-weather floor mats with redesigned all-weather mats, or repurchase the previous mats from owners who do not want the new ones. Additionally, software modifications will be installed on camry, avalon and Lexus es 350, is 350 and is 250 models that will ensure that the brake overrides the accelerator in the event both brake and accelerator pedals are applied. Toyota will begin mailing letters to owners on December 31, 2009. Owners May contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331, Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 09V-388 (09V388000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 90L(TOYOTA)/90LG(LEX |
| Manufacturer | Toyota Motor Corporation |
| Component | Vehicle speed control › Accelerator pedal |
| Report date | October 5, 2009 |
| Owners notified | December 31, 2009 |
| Vehicles affected | 4,445,056 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
- 2007 Lexus ES350
- 2008 Lexus ES350
- 2009 Lexus ES350
- 2010 Lexus ES350
- 2006 Lexus IS
- 2007 Lexus IS
- 2008 Lexus IS
- 2009 Lexus IS
- 2010 Lexus IS
- 2005 Toyota Avalon
- 2006 Toyota Avalon
- 2007 Toyota Avalon
- 2008 Toyota Avalon
- 2009 Toyota Avalon
- 2010 Toyota Avalon
- 2007 Toyota Camry
- 2008 Toyota Camry
- 2009 Toyota Camry
- 2010 Toyota Camry
- 2007 Toyota Camry Hybrid
- 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid
- 2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid
- 2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid
- 2004 Toyota Prius
- 2005 Toyota Prius
- 2006 Toyota Prius
- 2007 Toyota Prius
- 2008 Toyota Prius
- 2009 Toyota Prius
- 2005 Toyota Tacoma
- 2006 Toyota Tacoma
- 2007 Toyota Tacoma
- 2008 Toyota Tacoma
- 2009 Toyota Tacoma
- 2010 Toyota Tacoma
- 2007 Toyota Tundra
- 2008 Toyota Tundra
- 2009 Toyota Tundra
- 2010 Toyota Tundra
Owner complaints about the speed control & acceleration
- 2007 Lexus ES350 acceleration problems 126
- 2008 Lexus ES350 acceleration problems 39
- 2009 Lexus ES350 acceleration problems 24
- 2010 Lexus ES350 acceleration problems 7
- 2006 Lexus IS acceleration problems 2
- 2007 Lexus IS acceleration problems 1
- 2008 Lexus IS acceleration problems 4
- 2009 Lexus IS acceleration problems 10
- 2010 Lexus IS acceleration problems 6
- 2005 Toyota Avalon acceleration problems 72
- 2006 Toyota Avalon acceleration problems 103
- 2007 Toyota Avalon acceleration problems 85
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 09V-388 repair free?
Yes. Lexus dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Toyota filed an amended defect report on November 25, 2009, stating that dealers will modify the accelerator pedal and, on certain vehicles, alter the shape of the floor surface under the pedal.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4,445,056 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.