Issue ID | 768842 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10313026 |
Manufacurer | TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION |
Brand | TOYOTA |
Model | TACOMA |
Model Year | 2007 |
File date | 04/03/08 |
Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | The engine throttle controller on my 07 toyota tacoma does not release the throttle when the gas pedal is lifted. The engine continues to rev excessively. This is true at startup, between gear changes and when letting off the throttle to slow or stop. Also, of greater concern is that the engine surges when attempting to slow the vehicle. After letting off the gas the engine initially slows but then abruptly the engine rpms surge propelling the vehicle ahead. I complained about this condition to my toyota dealer at the 5,000 and 10,000 mile services. Both times they alleged that the engine was performing satisfactorily. The service manager tried to suggest the gas pedal was being caught on the floor mat but the mechanic dismissed that cause. The mechanic further informed me that this complaint was not uncommon and that a fix could be made by purchasing an after-market chip to be installed in the engine controller. Toyota is totally in denial that the electronics are responsible for these engine revs and surges. The gas pedal fix is a farce. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 10 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | BANKS, OR |
VIN pattern | 5TEUU42N87ZXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 11/10/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 35 |
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