In the past three weeks, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has received thirteen more reports of deaths allegedly caused by sudden acceleration in Toyota and Lexus vehicles. This brings the total number of alleged deaths due to problems with sticking gas pedals and stuck floor mats to 34.
The trend of a surge in complaints following a recall is typical and so far, only five of the deaths have been verified so far by the government. Although consumer safety groups have suggested potential electrical problems, Toyota maintains there is no evidence of problems with Toyota's electronic throttle system. So far, Toyota has repaired about 500,000 of the approximately 2.3 million vehicles recalled due to a sticking gas pedal.
Dozens of lawsuits have already been filed against Toyota Motor Corp. If you have been seriously injured in an accident involving a recalled Toyota, contact the Toyota recall attorneys at Estey & Bomberger at (800)724-3817 for a free consultation and more information about your legal rights.
Sources: Associated Press, Detroit Free Press
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