Recall 06V253000: Console/Accelerator Pedal Interference

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Lexus/RX330 2004-2005

Lexus/RX400H 2006

Toyota/Highlander 2004-2005

Toyota/Highlander HEV 2006

MANUFACTURER: Toyota Motor North America, Inc.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 06V253000 MFG'S REPORT DATE: July 11, 2006

COMPONENT: Vehicle Speed Control: Accelerator Pedal

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 367594

SUMMARY:
On certain sport utility and hybrid vehicles, the two retaining clips for the driver's side forward center console can become loose. If both clips separate from the floor carpet cover, the cover may lean toward the accelerator pedal, causing interference with the accelerator pedal rod.

CONSEQUENCE:
This condition may interfere with the accelerator pedal returning to the idle position increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the two floor carpet cover retaining clips free of charge. The recall began on July 24, 2006, and should be completed by early September 2006. Owners may contact Toyota at 1-800-331-4331 or Lexus at 1-800-255-3987.

NOTES:
Toyota recall No. 60F and Lexus recall No. 6LD. Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.