NHTSA Recall 06V253000: Accelerator pedal (vehicle speed control)
TOYOTA MOTOR NORTH AMERICA, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 367,594 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Lexus RX Hybrid.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V253000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 6LD 60F |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › ACCELERATOR PEDAL |
| Report received | July 13, 2006 |
| Owner notification | July 24, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility and hybrid vehicles, the two retaining clips for the driver's side forward center console can become loose. If both clips separate from the floor carpet cover, the cover may lean toward the accelerator pedal, causing interference with the accelerator pedal rod.
Safety risk
This condition may interfere with the accelerator pedal returning to the idle position increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the two floor carpet cover retaining clips free of charge. The recall began on july 24, 2006, and should be completed by early september 2006. Owners may contact toyota at 1-800-331-4331 or lexus at 1-800-255-3987.
Notes
Toyota recall no. 60f and lexus recall no. 6ld.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V253000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Lexus RX Hybrid | 2006 |
| Lexus RX330 | 2004, 2005 |
| Toyota Highlander | 2004, 2005 |
| Toyota Highlander Hybrid | 2006 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.