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Toyota Recall And Links To Car Accidents
Tue 9th Feb 10 - 11:04
A Tokyo newspaper has reported that apparently the Japanese Government has confirmed five new car accidents involving the Toyota Prius. Although no sources were quoted in the article, the report stated that five of the car crashes that were being investigated involved drivers who claimed the brakes failed. This follows headlines in the US last week of a fatal car accident involving issues with the brakes of a Toyota Lexus. Tragically, the accident killed the driver and three passengers - all members of the same family.
Today, it has been reported that Toyota are to announce a recall in the UK of the third generation Prius models. In a statement, Toyota has said that at no time are drivers without brakes.
Toyota has stated that they are not aware of any road accidents caused by either accelerator or brake issues in the UK. However experts believe that many car accidents will not have been reported as drivers may have believed the accident was their own fault. Toyota has said that it will be writing to all car owners affected.
As demonstrated in the US, vehicle defects can lead to serious car accidents. If you've been injured in a car crash or other road accident, whether due to someone else's fault or if you think it may be due to a vehicle defect, call our road accident team today and speak to one of our experienced road traffic accident solicitors about whether you may have a compensation claim. Call free 24 hours a day on 0800 24 34 09 or contact us online.