Toyota Recall FAQs

• Q: What is a Toyota motor vehicle defect?
  A: A motor vehicle can be defective in one of three ways. Specifically, a motor vehicle is defective if: (1) there was a manufacturing defect – a part of the … More
• Q: How do I file a safety complaint about a defective Toyota?
  A: The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is an office within the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) respondible for conducting defect … More
• Q: Can I sue if I'm hurt in an accident caused by a defect in my Toyota?
  A: Yes, you can sue if your accident was caused by a defect in your Toyota. Your lawsuit would be filed under a product liability theory of law in state … More
• Q: What should I do if I'm hurt in an accident caused by a defective acceleration in my Toyota?
  A: If your Toyota unexpectedly accelerates and you are unable to prevent the acceleration by removing your foot from the gas pedal and putting your foot on the brake … More
• Q: Am I at fault for an accident if it happened because my brakes failed on my Toyota?
  A: You are not at fault if your negligence did not cause the accident. In other words, if you acted like a reasonable person would act in the situation and could not … More
• Q: If my Toyota is on a recall list, will I be liable if I'm in an accident?
  A: You will only be liable in an accident if you were negligent in your driving or in getting your vehicle repaired after you were informed about the recall. Generally, … More
• Q: What legal rights does someone have if they've been injured in a car accident with a car that has been recalled?
  A: In general, when a person is injured as a result of another person's negligence, the injured party may pursue a claim against the party or parties that caused the … More
• Q: Once an automobile recall is initiated, can I take independent legal action for injuries I may have suffered?
  A: Yes. The law specifically states that the recall remedies are in addition to other available legal remedies. To determine specific State law remedies, you should … More
• Q: What is a safety-related motor vehicle defect?
  A: The United States Code for Motor Vehicle Safety (Title 49, Chapter 301) defines motor vehicle safety as “the performance of a motor vehicle or motor vehicle … More
• Q: How are problems with recalled vehicles or equipment remedied?
  A: Once a safety-defect determination is made, the law gives the manufacturer three options for correcting the defect – repair, replacement, or refund. In the case … More