: the contact stated that the brake pedal and the accelerator were too close together, and the brake pedal moves down too far. The position of the brake pedal and accelerator caused a collision while backing out of a parking spot. The accelerator was accidentally depressed causing the vehicle to increase in speed and collide with another parked vehicle which subsequently pushed that vehicle into a third. There were no injuries. A police report was filed, and there were no mechanics consulted.

- Potomac, MD, USA

: the contact stated while driving 7 mph in heavy stop and go traffic with the brakes applied, the vehicle accelerated into the rear of another vehicle. The contact was wearing a seat belt and no injuries were sustained. Minor damage was sustained to the vehicle. The police were on the scene and a report was taken. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer. Updated 7/13/2006 - this acceleration problem occurred 6-7 time prior to this accident.

- Niles, IL, USA

: the contact stated while driving slowly at 1 mph wit foot on the brake pedal, the vehicle accelerated suddenly causing an accident. The vehicle crashed into three other vehicle's causing property damage. The seat belts were in use at the time. The air bags did not deploy. There were no problems prior to this accident. The vehicle was towed to local dealership where they were unable to duplicate the problem. The vehicle has been inspected by Toyota. The police were alerted to the scene and a report was filed. Updated 6/19/2006 -

- Alexandria, VA, USA

I was driving into the automatic car wash, slowed to go up slight ramp to top. Gave the car a little gas and it started reving, did not stop when brake pedal pushed, jumped the track and hit the side of the car wash. The car was able to be moved to outside carwash, still reving but was able to stop and turn off the engine. The front bumper and driver's side front fender were replaced, and suspension damage repaired.

- Centennial, CO, USA

: the contact stated while driving 25 mph depressing the brake pedal the vehicle accelerated. This occurred four times. The first 3 times the vehicle was stopped with excessive pressure to the brake pedal. The last time the vehicle struck a pole. There was a police report taken at the scene of the accident. The vehicle was towed to an independent repair shop for body repairs caused by the crash. When the vehicle was inspected the first three times diagnostic testing did not identify any codes. Also, while carrying 125 pounds of bird seed in the trunk, the vehicle began to veer to the left on a slushy road. When the bird seed was moved to the front passenger seat the vehicle operated normally. The manufacturer was alerted. Updated 7/11/2006 - the consumer reported these incidents to the dealer but they told the consumer that nothing was wrong.

- South Russell, OH, USA

I was parked in a strip mall where I had just picked up some dry cleaning. I entered my car, a 2003 Toyota Camry xle, and started the engine. I then put the car in reverse gear, and removed my foot from the brake. The car suddenly accelerated in reverse, ,and went totally out of control, hitting another car parked across from mine and continued in a somewhat circular path until I was able to apply the brake and come to a stop. I have called NHTSA today and was told that there have been 83 previous complaints for this vehicle under "vehicle speed control, " and 15 complaints under "vehicle speed control, accelerator pedal." I have also called Toyota motor sales (1 800 331-4331) and was told that they would make an appointment with a nearby Toyota dealer to have my car inspected for any defects. I have also gone to a auto body shop where the damages to my car have been estimated at $3,879.13. In addition, the police arrived at the scene and I was cited for "careless driving, " and paid a fine of $107.70. I am also been required to attend a 4 hour traffic school where the fee is $35.95. I wish to have this matter investigated.

- Boynton Beach, FL, USA

2003 Camry accelerated out of control causing consumer to crash into a wall. The consumer wanted to know if any action will be taken regarding her complaint.

- Downers Grove, IL, USA

My car is a 2003 Toyota Camry le with 4 cylinder engine, automatic transmission, cruise control and ABS. The accident occurred on January 21, 2006 in New York city in broad daylight and in clear weather. The accident occurred as I entered gas station to pump gas. I lost control with sudden acceleration. I hit another car parked to pump gas..

- Woodside, NY, USA

: the contact stated the vehicle surges forward while the accelerator pedal is barely being touched. This is an intermittent problem and occurs when the vehicle is accelerating from a stopped position. The dealership is unable to duplicate the problem. The consumer stated when on a level highway, with the cruise control engaged, it will activate and deactivate on its own. Updated 02/07/06.

- La Conner, WA, USA

2003 Camry was involved in 2 accidents in which the vehicle surged forward. The electronic part for the accelerator was replaced at the dealer after each accident.

- Spokane, WA, USA

The contact stated when placing foot on the brake pedal the vehicle accelerated. It became airborne and did not stop until it crashed into an embankment. Both the driver and passenger have fractured vertebrae's. a police report was taken at the scene, and the vehicle was totaled. Updated 12/27/05.

- Orlando, FL, USA

The contact was putting the vehicle into park and the vehicle suddenly accelerated. It went from 2 mph, to being out of control. The vehicle surged and crashed into a wooden retaining wall. The contact was not injured in the crash. There was property damage to the wall. The vehicle was not totaled. She contacted the manufacturer, and they said they would investigate the incident. There has not been any representative from the manufacturer in touch with the contact. A police report was taken.

- Chelsea, MA, USA

Car surges to maximum revolutions on tachometer when moving gear shift from park to reverse. Has happened 2 times in the last 3 months. At the time of both incidents, car was idling with air conditioner on. Application of brake controlled situation but I am worried about severe accident if this occurs. There are 2 other drivers in the family, of which one is a teenager and a fourth will start driving in 6 months. This is the same as the current defect investigation NHTSA action number DP05002. My complaint is against the manufacturer, not the dealer. The dealer did a diagnosis after the first incident and detected no problem. There needs to be a diagnosis for this issue and a national recall on this problem.

- Needham, MA, USA

2003 Toyota Camry developed numerous problems.** answer required***. the vehicle pulled to the left when the brakes were applied, it required 2 or 3 attempts to start the vehicle, the radio was replaced, the power door locks did not work, the engine light stayed on and the gauges were erratic, the right rear strut and mount were broken. The brake light was inoperative. The hood release latch was reconnected, because the consumer heard a rattle noise. The exhaust converter was replaced. Updated 03/04/10 the consumer stated he experienced sudden acceleration twice. Updated 06/28/10

- Burke, VA, USA

Vehicle stalled in the middle of the road on August 12, 2005. Took the vehicle to the dealer and they could not find anything wrong and sent the consumer home with the invoice. There was no for warning. About 6 weeks before when pushing on the accelerator pedal it seemed like it took a few seconds for the vehicle to accelerate.

- Dewey, AZ, USA

Consumer states that the vehicle takes off by itself. This can happen while at a traffic light with foot on brake. At one time consumer was putting the car on planks to change oil and the vehicle accelerated, and hit consumer's spouse, who sustained injuries.

- Gresham, OR, USA

As I put car on drive, it just accelarated out of control..brakes did not work, emergency brake neither, thanks to curb I did not run thru a fence that separates supermarket's parking lot and housing's playground full of kids and parents enjoying mother's day.

- Panama City, FL, USA

I pulled into a business parking lot and came to a complete stop, shifted into reverse, took my foot off the brake, slightly touched the accelerator, removed my foot from the accelerator and the car suddenly accelerated rapidly on its own. I firmly applied the brake to stop but the car continued to accelerate. The action of the brakes left a long patch of rubber, but did not slow the car. After striking an SUV, moving it out of the way and into another car, the car continued to accelerate until it was stopped by a metal light pole. The car has yet to be examined by a Toyota dealership.

- Grandville , MI, USA

While driving the consumer's vehicle suddenly accelerated without warning. The consumer hit the brake pedal but it went down tot he floor and the vehicle did not stop. Just as quickly as the vehicle started accelerating it stopped. The vehicle was towed tot eh dealer but hey were unable to find anything wrong.

- El Cerrito, CA, USA

My mother bertha sussman was driving at a slow speed when she approached the gate of her community. She stepped on the brake and the car accelerated. She hit a tree as the car picked up speed. She has spent the last year in the hospital, hospice, and nursing home.

- Boca Raton, FL, USA