Dick Dyer Toyota has received a limited amount of parts to complete the repairs needed on the vehicles affected by Toyota’s gas pedal recall.  We understand the importance of quickly and efficiently remedying this issue.  Dick Dyer Toyota is now accepting appointments to complete these repairs.  To schedule your appointment to have your vehicle repaired during the hours of 8am to 5pm please call us at 803-786-4111 and ask for extension 249.  After 5pm call 803-786-4111 ask for the Service Department.    

The timeframe to repair your gas pedal will be 1 to 2 hours dependent upon the work flow.  We will be working extending hours during the week to accommodate our customers. 

Thank-you for your patience concerning this issue.  You can be rest assured that your vehicle will be repaired as quickly as possible. 

Toyota vehicles affected by the recall include:
• Certain 2009-2010 RAV4
• Certain 2009-2010 Corolla
• 2009-2010 Matrix
• 2005-2010 Avalon
• Certain 2007-2010 Camry
• Certain 2010 Highlander
• 2007-2010 Tundra
• 2008-2010 Sequoia

Dick Dyer Toyota would like to share this following public safety advisement from Toyota just in case anyone should incur a problem with a stuck accelerator pedal in any make or model car.

Each circumstance may vary, and drivers must use their best judgment, but Toyota is providing the following instructions.

􀁸 If you need to stop immediately, the vehicle can be controlled by stepping on the brake pedal with both feet using firm and steady pressure. Do not pump the brake pedal as it will deplete the vacuum utilized for the power brake assist.

􀁸 Shift the transmission gear selector to the Neutral (N) position and use the brakes to make a controlled stop at the side of the road and turn off the engine.

􀁸 If unable to put the vehicle in Neutral, turn the engine OFF. This will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost.

-If the vehicle is equipped with an Engine Start/Stop button, firmly and steadily push the button for at least three seconds to turn off the engine. Do NOT tap the Engine Start/Stop button.

-If the vehicle is equipped with a conventional key-ignition, turn the ignition key to the ACC position to turn off the engine. Do NOT remove the key from the ignition as this will lock the steering wheel.

In the event that a driver experiences an accelerator pedal that sticks in a partial open throttle positionor returns slowly to idle position, the vehicle can be controlled with firm and steady application of the brakes. The brakes should not be pumped repeatedly because it could deplete vacuum assist, requiring stronger brake pedal pressure. The vehicle should be driven to the nearest safe location, the engine shut off and a dealer contacted for assistance.