Recall 10V017 covers 2,230,661 select 2005-2010 Toyota vehicles for accelerator pedals that stick or return slowly. Repair is free at any franchised Toyota dealer.
Toyota is recalling 2,230,661 2005-2010 Avalon, Camry, Corolla, Corolla Matrix, RAV4, Highlander, Sequoia, and Tundra vehicles because the accelerator pedal can become harder to press, return slowly, or stick partly depressed. That condition increases crash risk, and the dealer repair will be free once Toyota makes it available.
Does this recall apply to your specific vehicle?
The official, free per-VIN recall check is run by NHTSA. Enter your VIN and we'll forward you directly — and add you to a free watchlist so you hear about new recalls for your vehicle.
Check my VIN at NHTSARecallNotify doesn't check your VIN — NHTSA's official tool does. We use your email only to alert you to new recalls.
Watch this vehicle for recalls
Add it to your free watchlist and we will alert you as new federal recalls are posted for your year, make and model. New-recall alerts are rolling out now.
You are on the watchlist.
We will email you as new federal recalls are posted for your vehicle.
What's wrong?
The accelerator pedal assembly on affected 2005-2010 Toyota Camry, Avalon, Highlander, Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, RAV4, and Corolla Matrix vehicles turns your foot pressure into throttle demand. Inside that pedal sensor assembly, a friction lever slides against a surface to give the pedal normal resistance and help it return when you lift your foot.
On these vehicles, that sliding surface can become polished smooth during normal driving. When the pedal assembly is cold and condensation forms, such as after heater use without air conditioning, friction inside the assembly increases. The pedal can feel harder to press, return more slowly than it should, or stay mechanically stuck in a partly pressed position.
There is no warning sign before failure. What an owner can notice at the moment of trouble is a stiff accelerator pedal, a pedal that comes back slowly, or a pedal that does not fully return after being pressed.
Who's affected?
Covers the Camry, Avalon, Highlander, Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, RAV4, and Corolla Matrix model lines across 2005-2010, all tied to the accelerator pedal.
| 2007 Toyota Camry | Accelerator pedal |
|---|---|
| 2008 Toyota Camry | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 Toyota Camry | Accelerator pedal |
| 2005 Toyota Avalon | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 Toyota Highlander | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 Toyota Camry | Accelerator pedal |
| 2006 Toyota Avalon | Accelerator pedal |
| 2007 Toyota Avalon | Accelerator pedal |
| 2007 Toyota Tundra | Accelerator pedal |
| 2008 Toyota Avalon | Accelerator pedal |
| 2008 Toyota Sequoia | Accelerator pedal |
| 2008 Toyota Tundra | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 Toyota RAV4 | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 Toyota Avalon | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 Toyota Sequoia | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 Toyota Tundra | Accelerator pedal |
| 2009 Toyota Corolla Matrix | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 Toyota Corolla | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 Toyota Corolla Matrix | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 Toyota Sequoia | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 Toyota Tundra | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 Toyota Avalon | Accelerator pedal |
| 2010 Toyota RAV4 | Accelerator pedal |
| Units affected | 2,230,661 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A sticking accelerator pedal can be hard to press, return slowly to idle, or stay partly depressed. That can make the vehicle keep accelerating longer than expected and increase the risk of a crash. If the pedal feels wrong, ease off safely and arrange service. Repair will be free at any franchised Toyota dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005-2010 Toyota Camry, Avalon, Highlander, Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, RAV4, or Corolla Matrix is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Toyota dealer if you have a Toyota owner letter or dealer notice for this recall.
- Reference recall number 10V017 when you call so the service desk can find the accelerator-pedal campaign.
- Schedule the free accelerator-pedal reinforcement bar service that helps the pedal return smoothly and prevents it from sticking partly depressed.
- Bring the recall notice if Toyota mailed one, and ask the dealer to confirm that the repair is complete before you drive away.
What happens at the repair
Toyota's remedy calls for a Toyota technician to install a reinforcement bar in the accelerator pedal so the pedal can operate smoothly if the friction lever and sliding surface inside the pedal sensor assembly bind. The dealer repair will be free once Toyota makes it available. Because no separate remedy status is listed for this section, call a Toyota dealer before making a service trip and ask whether the campaign repair for recall 10V017 is open for your VIN.
Timeline
| January 21, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 5, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V017?
Recall 10V017 covers 2,230,661 2005-2010 Toyota vehicles with an accelerator pedal defect. The pedal can become hard to press, slow to return to idle, or mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position, increasing crash risk. Toyota dealers install a reinforcement bar for free.
What should I do if my 2005-2010 Toyota Camry, Avalon, Highlander, Tundra, Sequoia, Corolla, RAV4, or Corolla Matrix is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Toyota is included in recall 10V017. If it is, contact a franchised Toyota dealer to schedule the accelerator pedal reinforcement repair. Reference recall number 10V017 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Toyota's recall remedy says this service is performed free of charge. A franchised Toyota dealer installs a reinforcement bar in the accelerator pedal so it operates smoothly.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintended accelerator pedal resistance or delayed return to idle. In the worst case, the pedal can become mechanically stuck in a partially depressed position, increasing crash risk. If your VIN is included, arrange the free Toyota dealer repair.
What warning signs should I watch for?
Watch for an accelerator pedal that feels harder to press, returns slowly, or does not come back normally after you lift your foot. Those symptoms match the defect Toyota reported for recall 10V017. Confirm your VIN and schedule the free dealer repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V017000 |
|---|---|
| Toyota customer service | 1-800-331-4331 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V017 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V017000 |
Source documents
-
Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 4, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →