Massachusetts Personal Injury Library
Acceleration Issues Associated With the 2010 Toyota Recall
If you have been injured in a Massachusetts car accident as the result of unexpected acceleration issues associated with the 2010 Toyota recall, you may be uncertain of what your first step should be after your accident. Know that you are not alone, and that there are steps that you can take to seek compensation for your personal injuries and property damages as a result of the auto manufacturer’s negligence.
Unexpected Acceleration Issues
The recent massive Toyota recall indicated that some drivers were experiencing unexpected acceleration caused by interference with the driver’s floor mat. The interference of the floor mat was caused by it being unsecured or incompatible.
This interference was causing the accelerator pad to get stuck in the wide open position. If this were to happen while you were driving, the vehicle could continue moving along at high speeds without the driver being able to force the vehicle to stop. The end result could mean a serious crash resulting in injury or death.
The interference of the floor mats was not the only problem drivers were experiencing with unexpected acceleration. The accelerators were also having problems with sticking. A friction device that wasn’t working properly caused the accelerator pedal to stick and release. In some situations the friction could increase so much that the pedal would be slow in returning to its idle position. In rarer circumstances, the pedal would completely stick, leaving the throttle partially open.
If you were driving a recalled Toyota when a similar situation happened to you, any of these issues could be the cause of your car accident. If you sustained injuries due to these unexpected acceleration problems, you may be entitled to compensation through a personal injury claim.
Toyota Models Included In Recall
Listed below are the Toyota Models included in the recall:
- 2005 – 2010 Tacoma
- 2004 – 2010 Prius
- 2007 – 2010 Camry
- 2005 – 2010 Avalon
- 2007 – 2010 Tundra
- 2008 – 2010 Highlander
- 2009 – 2010 Corolla
- 2009 – 2010 VENZA
- 2009 – 2010 Matrix
- 2009 – 2010 RAV4
- 2008 – 2010 Sequoia
The following Lexus models are also included in the Toyota recall:
- 2006 – 2010 IS 250
- 2006 – 2010 IS 350
- 2007 – 2010 ES 350
Contacting a Personal Injury Lawyer After Your Toyota Accident
If you were injured in a car accident caused by the Toyota acceleration issues, you may have questions concerning a personal injury claim. A qualified Massachusetts personal injury lawyer can guide you through this process.
Kiley Law Group, a law firm based in Andover and Boston, Massachusetts, takes time when speaking with you about your case and works with you on a contingent fee basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers wins your case. Call now for a FREE evaluation of your case – 1-888-208-1695.
