The pressure has been mounting on Toyota to recall its celebrated third generation Toyota Prius and now the official recall has been announced – which will involve some 8,500 cars in the UK.
While no accidents have been linked to this braking issue the Japanese car maker has announced a gloabl recall on all Prius built before 27 January 2010.
No other Toyota or Lexus models are affected by this latest recall action in Europe.
The recall is being taken in response to reports of inconsistent brake feel during slow and steady braking on bumpy or slick road surfaces when the anti-lock braking system (ABS) is actuated.
This recall will consist of a software upgrade in the anti-lock braking system. The procedure will be carried out free of charge and will take approximately 40 minutes using standard test equipment in use at all authorised Toyota service centres.
In keeping with VOSA’s code of practice, Toyota will write individually to every owner or keeper in the next few days having obtained their contact details from the DVLA.
In the meantime the world’s latest car maker is keen to point out that the cars are safe to drive and at no time are drivers without brakes.
