In a move related to a tighter regulatory environment for automotive manufacturers, Toyota recalled almost seven million vehicles worldwide in April.
Dogged for years by lawsuits concerning sudden acceleration caused by defective throttles and floor mats, Toyota agreed in March to pay a record $1.2 billion criminal fine related to a four-year investigation by the U.S. Justice Department.
In agreeing to pay the fine, Toyota acknowledged it withheld and concealed information from consumers and regulatory agencies about the acceleration defects.
Bringing new problems to light, the most recent recalls affect almost two million vehicles in the United States and include:
The automaker reports it knows of no accidents caused by these defects. While this latest recall may restore some confidence that Toyota reports known defects, it also refreshes the public’s memory of the ongoing vehicle troubles at Toyota.
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Motor vehicle and car accident lawyer Mark Link, who is Of Counsel with our Jacksonville law firm, also contributed to this post.