Episode 27 • • 6:31 - 9:29
27: Faith in the Fog of War
Toyota Unintended Acceleration History and 2009 Recall
The discussion examines the historical context of Toyota and Lexus safety issues dating back to 2008. A 2009 news clip details a massive recall of 4 million vehicles, including the Camry and Prius, due to accelerator pedals getting trapped by floor mats. Safety experts at the time questioned the electronic connection between the throttle and the accelerator pedal, suggesting the mechanical fix might not address underlying computer issues.