News Releases
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June 23, 2011
Lexus Earns Four Segment Awards in J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Initial Quality StudyTORRANCE, Calif., June 23, 2011 – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., received a combined four segment awards in the 2011 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality Study (IQS). Lexus earned the honor as the highest ranking nameplate in the industry, while the Toyota Division moved up 14 positions to place seventh. (more) |
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April 28, 2011
Customer FAQs for Toyota Tundra Rear Drive Shaft Recall1. Which models are involved in the recall?Toyota is recalling approximately 51,000 2011 model year Toyota Tundra trucks in the U.S. No other vehicles are involved in this recall. (more) |
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April 26, 2011
Toyota Announces Voluntary Recall on Certain Tundra Trucks to Inspect the Rear Drive ShaftTORRANCE, Calif., April 26, 2011 – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc, today announced it will conduct a voluntary safety recall on approximately 51,000, 2011 model year Tundra trucks to inspect the rear drive shaft. (more) |
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April 25, 2011
Toyota Announces Finalists in 100 Cars for Good ProgramTORRANCE, CALIF. (April 25, 2011) – Toyota today announced the 500 nonprofit organizations selected as finalists in the “100 Cars for Good” program... (more) |
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March 31, 2011
Toyota Motor Sales Announces Price Increase for 2011 Toyota, Scion and Lexus ModelsTORRANCE, Calif., March 31, 2011 - - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), USA, Inc., announced manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) increases today for most 2011 Toyota, Scion and Lexus models. (more) |
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March 17, 2011
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. Comments on J.D. Power and Associates 2011 Vehicle Dependability StudyJ.D. Power and Associates today announced the results from their 2011 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), covering 2008 model year vehicles. (more) |
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February 05, 2011
Toyota and Lexus Dominate '2011 Best Overall Value of the Year Awards' from IntelliChoiceSeven Toyota vehicles and four Lexus models today took the top spot in IntelliChoice’s “2011 Best Overall Value of the Year (BOVY) Awards” at the 2011 National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) convention here. With 21 total awards handed out, Toyota and Lexus combined garnered over half of the trophies presented with 11 top honors. (more) |
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February 03, 2011
Toyota Invites Chicagoans to Get Down, Dirty With Vehicles at 2011 Chicago Auto ShowCHICAGO, Ill., February 3, 2011 – While most automakers will be showcasing their trucks and sport utility vehicles in the carpeted confines of McCormick Place’s convention center, Toyota is providing visitors to the Chicago Auto Show a unique opportunity to experience the handling and capability of its award-winning vehicles in a more fitting, rugged environment. (more) |
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December 13, 2010
Toyota Announces Voluntary Recall of Certain 2011 Sienna Vehicles to Replace Stop Lamp Switch BracketCheck here for news updates and FAQs for the safety recall campaigns. (more) |
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November 01, 2010
2010 SEMA Show: Toyota Tundra SportsmanMaking its public debut at the 2010 SEMA Show is the “Tundra Sportsman” concept pickup truck. For this project, Toyota teamed with long-time business partner Bass Pro Shops and their RedHead Pro Hunting Team members to create this unique show truck, inspired by the outdoor tradition of hunting. The “Tundra Sportsman” serves two roles: It provides an opportunity to push the creative boundaries of truck utility, and through use of the hunting theme, it reminds consumers of how Tundra and Bass Pro Shops complete the outdoor sports experience. This vehicle also boasts numerous vehicle performance upgrades that complement the utility and visual enhancements to maximize vehicle capability. (more) |
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October 20, 2010
Toyota Announces Intent to Voluntarily Recall Certain Toyota Avalon and Highlander, and Lexus GS300, IS250, and IS350 Vehicles to Replace a Brake Master Cylinder SealCheck here for news updates and FAQs for the safety recall campaigns. (more) |
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September 09, 2010
2011 Toyota Tundra Gets More Powerful Base EngineToyota has streamlined the Tundra full-size pickup truck line for 2011, focusing on the 28 most in-demand configurations. In addition, the Tundra’s base 4.0-liter V6 engine gains Dual Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) for 2011, increasing power and performance. The 310-hp 4.6-liter and 381-hp 5.7-liter V8’s continue across the Tundra line. (more) |
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July 16, 2010
Toyota Announces Pricing on 2011 Yaris, RAV4, Land Cruiser, Sequoia, Tundra, Camry, Camry Hybrid, Avalon, Sienna, and 2011 Scion xDToyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., announced manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP) today for the 2011 Yaris subcompact, RAV4 compact SUV, Land Cruiser premium SUV, Sequoia full-size SUV, and Tundra full-size pickup truck. These 2011 models will begin arriving at dealerships in August, with the exception of RAV4 (September). The following 2011 models that are already on sale will receive price adjustments: Camry and Camry Hybrid mid-size sedans, Avalon premium mid-size sedan, and the Sienna minivan. (more) |
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March 18, 2010
Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. Comments on J.D. Power and Associates 2010 Vehicle Dependability StudyJ.D. Power and Associates today announced the results from their 2010 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS), covering 2007 model year vehicles. The following comments on the VDS can be attributed to Jim Lentz, president of Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. (more) |
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March 02, 2010
Toyota Announces March Sales EventToyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc. today announced plans to launch the company’s most far-reaching sales program in its history. (more) |
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February 05, 2010
Toyota Dealers Nationwide Have Begun Fixing Accelerator Pedals On Recalled VehiclesToyota Motor Sales U.S.A., Inc., (TMS) today announced that Toyota dealers nationwide have received the parts, information and training they need to fix accelerator pedals in recalled Toyota Division vehicles, and that repairs on involved vehicles have begun. The actual repair requires about 30 minutes of work. (more) |
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February 03, 2010
Customer FAQs Regarding the Sticking Accelerator Pedal and Floor Mat Pedal Entrapment RecallsFrequently asked questions for the sticking accelerator pedal, floor mat pedal entrapment recalls and general questions on both recalls (Feb. 03, 2010). (more) |
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February 01, 2010
Toyota Talks to Customers About the Sticking Pedal IssueTranscript of the video "Toyota Talks to Customers About the Sticking Pedal Issue". (more) |
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February 01, 2010
Toyota Announces Comprehensive Plan to Fix Accelerator Pedals on Recalled Vehicles and Ensure Customer SafetyToyota Motor Sales (TMS) U.S.A., Inc., today announced it will begin fixing accelerator pedals in recalled Toyota Division vehicles this week. Toyota’s engineers have developed and rigorously tested a solution that involves reinforcing the pedal assembly in a manner that eliminates the excess friction that has caused the pedals to stick in rare instances. In addition, Toyota has developed an effective solution for vehicles in production. (more) |
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February 01, 2010
Toyota Answers Customer Questions About The Solution For Sticking Accelerator PedalsFrequently asked questions for the sticking accelerator pedal, floor mat pedal entrapment recalls and general questions on both recalls (Feb. 03, 2010). (more) |
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January 29, 2010
Toyota Answers Questions About the Sticking Accelerator Pedal RecallFrequently asked questions for the sticking accelerator pedal, floor mat pedal entrapment recalls and general questions on both recalls (Feb. 03, 2010). (more) |
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January 29, 2010
Toyota Motor Europe Announces Recall Campaign in Europe for Potential Accelerator Pedal IssueToyota Motor Europe announced today the recall of 8 Toyota models in Europe, to solve a potential accelerator pedal issue. (more) |
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January 26, 2010
Toyota Temporarily Suspends Sales of Selected VehiclesTORRANCE, Calif., January 26, 2010 - - Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today announced that it is instructing Toyota dealers to temporarily suspend sales of eight models involved in the recall for sticking accelerator pedal, announced on January 21, 2010.“Helping ensure the safety of our customers and restoring confidence in Toyota are very important to our company,” said Group Vice President and Toyota Division General Manager Bob Carter. “This action is necessary until a remedy is finalized. We’re making every effort to address this situation for our customers as quickly as possible.” (more) |
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January 22, 2010
Frequently Asked Questions For Sticking Accelerator Pedal Recall and Suspension of SalesFrequently asked questions for the sticking accelerator pedal, floor mat pedal entrapment recalls and general questions on both recalls (Feb. 03, 2010). (more) |