Toyota has recalled over 7 million vehicles in the U.S. over the past two years for problems with floormats, brakes, gas pedals and most recently steering. Using incentives to drive sales, the automaker had been trying to come back from the image hit it took because of the numerous recalls.
In this most recent recall, if the warning lamp is illuminated and the vehicle is driven without refilling the master cylinder brake fluid reservoir, the driver will notice a spongy or soft brake pedal feel. Braking performance could gradually decline.
Owners of the recalled vehicles will be notified of the recall by mail in early November. Toyota and Lexus dealerships will replace the brake master cylinder cup with a newly designed one for free.oyota vehicles recalled in the US include:
2005-06 Avalon, 2004-06 Highlander (non-hybrid), 2004-06 Lexus RX330, 2006 Lexus GS300, 2006 IS250, 2006 IS350
Toyota indicates that those with affected vehicles will be notified by mail beginning in early November 2010. Toyota and Lexus dealers will replace the brake master cylinder cup with a newly designed one at no charge to the vehicle owners.
There are several local Toyota dealerships in Rhode Island including Tarbox Toyota, Toyota-Scion of Newport, Fox Toyota and Balise Toyota.
Customers can contact the Toyota Customer Experience Center at 1-800-331-4331 or Lexus Customer Satisfaction at 1-800-25 LEXUS or 1-800-255-3987.
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