Business/Economics, International, U.S.

Here we go again, Toyota recalls Millions of Vehicles

Today, Toyota announced that they are recalling 1.5 million cars and sport utility vehicles, in Japan and the United States, for faulty power brake systems and faulty fuel pumps.

NEW YORK - JANUARY 21: A Toyota Avalon is seen in a dealership lot in the Bay Ridge neighborhood of the Brooklyn borough of New York City on January 21, 2009. Toyota has toppled General Motors as the world's largest automaker for the first time in more than 70 years. . (Photo by Ramin Talaie/Getty Images)

The US recall includes 2005 and 2006 Avalon, 2004 to 2006 non-hybrid Highlander and Lexus RX330, and 2006 Lexus GS300, IS250, and IS350.

A Lexus sign seen at the Pohanka Lexus dealership in Chantilly, Virginia, on April 14, 2010. Toyota Motor Corp. suspended sales of the car after Consumer Reports warned shoppers not to buy the sport utility vehicle because of roll over concerns on sharp turns. UPI/Roger L. Wollenberg Photo via Newscom

The brake master cylinder leaks fluid, causing reduced brake performance.  The electrical fuel pumps can shut off, stalling the engine.  Get with your local Toyota or Lexus dealer to have the problems fixed (at Toyota’s expense of course).

Written by: Hutchins AAron on October 21, 2010.