Bianco On Cars: Toyota Recalls – Should You Worry?

Toyota says the problem is caused by improperly-installed floor mats. The mats can slide forward and jam the accelerator pedal.

Really? That's it? I've dealt with crumpled and mashed floor mats since I bought my first car. The sensible thing to do is kick the mat back into place with your heel or tug it back by hand.

Most new cars have anchors that keep the mats in place either by floor fasteners or seat frame tethers.

The Toyota/Lexus vehicles in question have floor fastening systems; but the mats may not be affixed properly. If you take your car in for the recall, the dealer will tether the floor mat to the seat frame with a plastic zip tie. Yes, a self-locking plastic zip tie! It's not very high tech, but it will work.

The accident that prompted the recall was very scary

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Completely redesigned for 2009, the entry-level Audi A4 comes in convertible (Cabriolet), sedan and wagon (the Avant) body styles. The 2009 Audi A4 delivers more power, improved fuel economy, adds the unique Quattro all-wheel-drive and witnesses several changes in exterior styling. Its competitors in this segment include BMW 3 Series and the Acura TSX.

 

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A4 Sedans and wagons are available in three trim levels with the 2.0-liter turbo – base Premium, Premium Plus and Prestige. New on the 2009 Audi A4 is a pair of direct-injection engines - a 211-horsepower, 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder inline on all models and an optional 265-horsepower, 3.2-liter V6 on the sedan. The same engines equipped inside the convertible deliver 200 horsepower and 255 horses, respectively. Sedans and wagons come with Audi’s standard Quattro AWD system and a six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift control. The 2.0 T convertible is available with front-wheel drive and a continuously variable transmission or Quattro AWD and a six-speed automatic. All models of the A4 give a fuel economy of 21/27 mpg (city/highway). The 2009 A4 races to 60 mph in 6.7 seconds and its electronically controlled top speed is 130 mph.

 

Build and Styling

 

Comfort is assured in all the elements of the A4’s interiors, be it the choice of the systems or space. Elegant and sporty textured aluminum decorative inlays extend across the dash and doors speaking volumes of the craftsmanship and quality of materials used in the A4’s cabin. The A4 2.0T sedan and wagon get power driver seat; front fog lights; dual-zone automatic climate control; heated and power adjustable exterior mirrors; 10-speaker six-CD/MP3 changer audio system and a glass sunroof. Inner furnishings include leather upholstery, air-conditioning;...

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