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On September 16, 2011, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a massive birth control recall due to a packaging error that may leave women at risk for an unplanned pregnancy. More than 1.4 million packs of affected birth control pills, manufactured by Qaulitest Pharmaceuticals, have been distributed to women over the last year and include Cyclafem 7/7/7, Emoquette and Previfem. The FDA is advising women to reference the lot number located at the bottom of the box or blister pack with the lot numbers listed here. Women taking one of the affected pills should immediately being using a non-hormonal form of birth control. Currently, the faulty packaging poses no immediate health risks. Consumers who have had an adverse reaction or quality issue with one of the affected products should contact Qualitest toll free at (877) 300-6153 or contact the FDA online.

Qualitest Pharmaceuticals, a subsidiary of Endo Pharmaceuticals, is currently investigating the source of the packaging error. Large pharmaceutical companies like Qualitest have a responsibility to provide consumers with products that work as advertised. If the manufacturer produces a defective product, the manufacturer may be liable for damages associated with the use of their product. Women who have suffered an unintended pregnancy as a result of taking a defective birth control pill may be able to recover funds for pregnancy-related damages.

Defective Product Lawyers

At Estey Bomberger, our Los Angeles defective product lawyers represent the individual and not big business. We will use every available resource to make sure large corporations are held accountable. To learn how we can assist you with the legal process, call our law firm today. It costs nothing to speak with one of our lawyers and if we take your case, there is no fee until we get you compensation.

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Wearers of Skechers Shape-ups, AVIA Avi-Motion, FitFlop sandals, Croc Tone Shoes, MBT boots, Reebok EasyTone or any other type of toning shoe are experiencing trip and fall accidents, fall from stair accidents and fall from curb accidents. It seems the curved sole design of toning shoes is making it hard for wearers to stabilize themselves when walking and therefore, is increasing the likelihood of a fall-related injury. Studies have also shown that toning shoes can alter a person's gait, which when worn for extended periods of time, can lead to severe alignment issues.

Broken Bone Injuries

One of the most common types of injuries associated with toning shoes is a broken bone injury. Broken bone injuries typically result when too much force is applied to a bone but can also occur when a bone is exposed to low amounts of force over a long period of time (stress fractures). Depending on the severity and location of the injury, broken bones may require surgical immobilization. Surgeons may use pins, plates, screws, nails and rods to hold together and immobilize the broken bone. Plaster casts, tape, slings and orthopedic casts may also be used to immobilize a broken bone.

Chronic Tendonitis

Chronic tendonitis, which is recurring inflammation of a tendon, is common in the upper and lower limbs, but can affect any tendon of the body. The symptoms of chronic tendonitis vary, but typically include constant pain, stiffness, burning sensation, swelling, redness and muscle "knots." Chronic tendonitis is generally treated with the use of anti-inflammatory drugs and physical therapy. Compression, braces and laser therapy have also been used in the treatment of chronic tendonitis.

Additional Types of Skechers Shape-Ups Injuries

Additional types of Skechers Shape-ups toning shoe injuries include head injuries, neck injuries, bruises, lacerations, back injuries, muscle sprains, ligament tears and spinal cord injuries.

If you have been seriously injured while wearing a toning shoe, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit. In a personal injury lawsuit, you may be able to collect monetary compensation for injury-related expenses, such as medical bills, therapy bills, disability, lost earnings due to missed time at work, impaired earning capacity, and pain and suffering.

Legal Excellence

At Estey Bomberger, our Skechers Shape-ups injury attorneys have more than 70 years combined experience assisting seriously injured individuals. Our reputation with insurance companies as excellent negotiators unwilling to compromise has allowed us to recover large settlements and verdicts. We are committed to winning and can help victims get their life back on track after suffering from a serious injury. Contact our office for a free consultation with one of our caring attorneys.

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SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY - A 50-year-old woman and an 11-year-old girl were both tragically killed Sunday night in an SUV rollover crash in Mountain Pass on Interstate 15, the San Bernardino Sun reported. The July 17th accident was reported at 10:18 p.m. on northbound I-15, north of Yates Well Road, west of Nipton, CA and south of Primm, NV. Paramedics found a silver 1999 Isuzu Rodeo had overturned into a ditch. The Sun reported two people died at the scene and the driver and two other passengers were taken to University Hospital in Las Vegas. The fast lane of I-15 was closed for five hours while CHP officers conducted an investigation.

The San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner identified the victims as Patricia Vargas, 50, of Las Vegas, and Maria Lopez, 11, of Mexico. According to the press release, both victims were not wearing seat belts and were ejected from the vehicle when it overturned after the tread on one of the vehicle's tires separated, causing the driver to lose control.

Interstate 15 Rollover Accidents

Interstate 15 in San Bernardino County has been the location of dozens of serious injury or fatal vehicle rollover accidents over the years. Just last month, two Nevada woman were killed in an Interstate 15 rollover accident near Baker. In May, a 37-year-old Los Angeles man died in a SUV rollover crash in the Cajon Pass. In November 2010, a 61-year-old Las Vegas woman died in a vehicle rollover on I-15 near Zzyzx Road. In July 2010, an Oro Grande man died in a Ford Explorer rollover crash on northbound I-15 in the Cajon pass. And in March 2010, a Rancho Cucamonga couple was killed in a Ford Explorer rollover on southbound I-15. These accidents are just a few of the accidents that happen on a weekly basis on I-15 throughout the county of San Bernardino.

Vehicle Accident Wrongful Death Liability

Every car accident has unique causes and resulting liability issues. Depending on the exact circumstances of how an accident occurs, if negligence was a cause or factor, victims and their families may be entitled to compensation in a personal injury or wrongful death claim. Following a fatal rollover accident where the cause is unclear, victims' families would be well-advised to speak with an experienced and knowledgeable California SUV rollover accident attorney. A skilled lawyer can review the accident report, and if appropriate, arrange to have the vehicle and/or accident location inspected for dangerous conditions, flaws or defects. Many SUV rollover accidents are the result of manufacturing or design defects in the vehicles themselves, in which case the manufacturer of the vehicle may be liable victims' deaths resulting from a fatal accident.

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Many consumers are enticed by the marketing promises and celebrity endorsements of Skechers Shape-ups and other similar toning shoes with a rounded sole or "rocker bottom". After all, who doesn't want to burn more calories, have better posture and naturally feel more energetic? According to an article last week in Consumer Reports, Americans spent more than $1 billion on toning shoes in 2010, up from about $360 million the previous year.

As the shoes are flying off of store shelves, a growing number of consumers have reported serious injuries as a result of wearing toning shoes, including broken bones, ligament and tendon injuries, and other injuries from falling. In addition to safety concerns, organizations such as the American Council on Exercise question the claims the manufacturers of the shoes make as to the health benefits. Consumer Reports recently advised readers, "If you have any balance problems, a history of ankle instability or sprain, or suffer from neuropathy, back pain or arthritis, pass toning shoes up. Even if you don't, we think you should wear them with caution."

If you have suffered a broken bone or other serious injury requiring hospitalization or surgery as a result of wearing toning shoes, the California toning shoe injury lawyers at Estey Bomberger would like to speak with you. You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries from the manufacturer of the shoe, including your medical care expenses, time away from work, and pain and suffering.

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THOUSAND PALMS - Six people were hospitalized following a minivan rollover crash Thursday morning on westbound Interstate 10, near Cook Street, KPSP Local 2 News reported. The accident, involving a 2002 Mercury van registered to the Coachella Valley Unified School District, occurred around 8:49 a.m. on Thursday, March 24, 2011. According to the CHP, six people were injured in the crash. Two people suffered critical injuries, two people suffered moderate injuries, and two people suffered minor injuries. The occupants included a high school student, parent and staff of Coachella Valley Unified, and were part of a caravan of vehicles headed to Ontario International Airport, where the group would fly to Sacramento and then visit California State University Chico.

Due to the accident, the trip was cancelled, and the 23 students scheduled to visit the university would not get to go.

Cause of the Interstate 10 Rollover Crash

KPSP News reported that the driver of the vehicle following the van reported seeing a tire blowout before the driver lost control of the vehicle and the fan overturned. Tire blowouts can be attributed to many causes, including deferred maintenance of aging, worn tires, cargo overloading, underinflation, roadway hazards (such as potholes and debris), excessive speed, and manufacturing defects. Additionally, defective tire repairs can allow moisture to penetrate the tires and rust the steel belts. This could lead to rusting and increase the likelihood of tire failure. The CHP will likely have the tire inspected to determine if the crash was caused by a defect in the tire.

Rollover Accident Personal Injury Liability

The family members of the victims of this accident would be well-advised to speak with a knowledgeable California personal injury attorney while this March 24th accident remains under investigation. Because the van involved in the crash was owned by the school district, the CVUSD may be liable for the injured victim's medical care expenses, lost earnings, and pain and suffering. If the accident was caused by a defect in the tire, the tire manufacturer could be liable. An accident attorney who has successfully handled claims against numerous Southern California school districts and tire manufacturers can advise the injured victims of their legal rights and best course of action to protect them. In the interest of preserving evidence and witness recollections, it is advisable to speak with an attorney as soon as possible following a rollover accident such as this one.

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A New Year's Eve ATV accident tragically took the life of a 37-year-old North Las Vegas man, the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner Department reported. The accident happened at about 10:00 p.m. on December 31, 2010, in the Dumont Dunes area of Rural Baker, Cactus Thorns reported. The victim was identified as Jesus Ruiz. According to reports, Ruiz lost control of a Polaris Razor in the open desert. The Razor overturned and Ruiz was ejected from the vehicle. Ruiz was pronounced dead at 10:30 p.m. The cause of the incident remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.

ATV Rollover Accident and Wrongful Death Liability

Hundreds of people die each year in ATV accidents. Based on the news reports, it is unclear why Ruiz lost control of the vehicle, and there are many unanswered questions. Was Ruiz wearing any safety gear? How fast was the vehicle going when Ruiz lost control? Was the vehicle defective in any way? In the past decade, Polaris has issued more than a dozen recalls for its vehicles for various product defects. It is possible that a defect was a factor in this accident. If that was the case, Polaris could be financially liable for this accident. After an accident such as this one, the family members of the victim would be well-advised to contact a California wrongful death attorney about the accident. A lawyer can review the accident report by the CHP and if necessary, arrange to have the ATV examined for possible product defects that could have caused the victim to lose control and crash.

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A 61-year-old Las Vegas woman tragically died in a vehicle rollover crash Wednesday morning on Interstate 15, the San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner reported. The woman, Christine Ann Newton, was a right rear passenger in a 2007 Ford F-150 travelling northbound on I-15. About one mile north of ZZyzx Road, at about 8:48 a.m. on November 3rd, the driver of the truck she was riding in lost control and struck the center divider. The driver apparently overcorrected, and then jerked the wheel back to the right. The vehicle overturned and Newton, who was wearing a seat belt, was partially ejected and died at the scene of the crash. It is unclear if anyone else in the vehicle was injured.

Cause of the I-15 Crash

The cause of the fatal Interstate 15 accident remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol - Barstow Station. Based on the news reports, it is unclear what caused the driver of the vehicle Newton was riding in to lose control and crash. As a restrained passenger in the backseat of the vehicle, Newton likely could have done nothing to prevent this horrible crash that ultimately ended her life. Accidents like this one can have numerous causes, including tire blowouts, dangerous road conditions, road debris, falling asleep at the wheel or driving distracted or impaired. Hopefully, the investigation by the CHP will reveal exactly what happened and why.

Passenger Deaths and Wrongful Death Liability

From a liability standpoint, unique legal issues are involved when a passenger is killed in a rollover accident. It is possible that, depending on how the accident occurred, the manufacturer of the vehicle may be liable for this accident, and the resulting wrongful death of the passenger. While this accident remains under investigation by the Highway Patrol, the surviving family members of Christine Newton may benefit from consulting and knowledgeable California wrongful death lawyer. Whether the accident was caused by the negligence of the driver, a defect in the Ford F-150 truck, or even a dangerous condition on the freeway, an attorney can help the family understand their rights and options to hold whoever is responsible for this accident financially accountable. Damages awarded for a passenger's wrongful death may include compensation for anticipated lifetime earnings and income of the victim, funeral and burial expenses, and loss of love, care, affection and companionship.

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In product liability news, earlier this month a federal jury in New Hampshire awarded $21 million to a woman who suffered severe burn injuries and blindness after taken the anti-inflammatory medication Clinoril (sulindac) for shoulder pain. The jury found, after deliberating for three days, that the manufacturer of Clinoril, Mutual Pharmaceutical Co., should have known the dangers of the drug. According to the plaintiff's attorneys, the jury's verdict was the largest award in a New Hampshire product liability lawsuit.

The plaintiff, Karen Bartlett, 51, spent 112 days in five hospitals, including the burn unit at Massachusetts General Hospital. She was diagnosed with Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis. She is legally blind, despite having undergone 12 eye operations. Mutual Pharmaceutical argued that the drug has been approved by the FDA for 32 years. The judge presiding over the case instructed jurors that in order for them to hold Mutual liable, they had to find the drug unreasonably dangerous and the underlying cause of Bartlett's condition.

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The Press-Enterprise has reported a tire blowout is likely to blame for a fatal solo-vehicle accident over the weekend on Interstate 15. The accident occurred on southbound Interstate 15, north of Baseline Road, at about 5:15 p.m. Sunday, September 19, 2010. According to news reports, Vannity Joy Lewis, 18, of Fontana was a passenger in a 1997 Volkswagen Jetta travelling southbound on Interstate 15. One of the rear tires on the vehicle blew out, causing the driver to lose control of the car.

The Jetta overturned multiple times, and Lewis was ejected from the vehicle and died at the scene of the crash. The driver and one other passenger suffered major injuries. Two other passengers suffered moderate injuries.

Cause of the Interstate 15 Crash

The California Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the cause of the accident. If news reports in the Press-Enterprise and Fontana Herald News are accurate, this accident was likely caused by a tire blowout, a common vehicle malfunction that can lead to a serious car accident. Tire blowouts can occur for a number of reasons, which may be attributable to the driver or vehicle owner, or the manufacturer of the tire or vehicle.

Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Liability

Car accidents caused by tire blowouts have unique and often complex legal issues. After an accident caused by a suspected tire blowout, injured victims and family members of deceased victims would be well-advised to consult with a southern California car accident lawyer who can arrange to have the vehicle and damaged tire inspected as soon as possible for a possible tire defect. Determining the exact cause of a blowout is very important in determining why an accident occurred and who is ultimately responsible. If negligence (either on the part of the driver, the manufacturer of the tire or vehicle, the company that installed the tire, or agency responsible for maintaining the roadway or any other party) was a factor in the tire blowout, an experienced lawyer can help the victims and their families pursue compensation in a personal injury or wrongful death claim.

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Four people were hurt in a SUV rollover accident Tuesday afternoon in Barstow, the Desert Dispatch reported. The solo-vehicle accident, which involved a Jeep Grand Cherokee, occurred near the intersection of CA State Route 58 and Interstate 15. According to the CHP, the tread separated on one of the rear tires on the Jeep, causing the driver of the vehicle to lose control and veer off the freeway. Two of the occupants in the vehicle suffered major injuries and were airlifted to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center; two others with less serious injuries were taken by ambulance to Barstow Hospital. The California Highway Patrol is investigating the cause of the San Bernardino SUV rollover accident.

Tire Blowouts and SUV Rollovers on I-15

On March 21st of this year, a San Bernardino woman who was a passenger in a 1995 Jeep died in a solo-vehicle rollover accident on Interstate 15 in San Bernardino caused by a tire blowout. This July 3rd Jeep rollover accident, and the one earlier this year in March, are both examples of the serious consequences of tire blowouts at highway speeds. There have been a number of other serious injury and fatal vehicle rollovers on I-15 this year involving pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles. Tire blowouts have a number of causes, including underinflation, overinflation, overloading, negligent maintenance, road debris, negligent installation and structural defects.

Potential Personal Injury Liability

In any accident where a defect in a vehicle is a potential contributing factor to a collision, the vehicle must be preserved for inspection and testing. The vehicle itself is valuable evidence that can establish what happened in an accident. In situations such as this one, the family members of the injured victims would be well-advised to contact a California SUV rollover accident lawyer about this accident and whether a defect in the tire caused this accident. If the accident was caused by a tire defect, the injured victims may be entitled to compensation for their injuries from the manufacturer of the tire or the vehicle. A Barstow personal injury lawyer who has successfully represented victims of SUV rollovers can help the injured victims protect their rights and recover the maximum compensation they may be entitled to for their injuries.

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A Bloomington woman died Monday morning in a solo vehicle rollover accident on Interstate 15 in Victorville, the San Bernardino Press Enterprise reported. The July 5th accident was reported at 7:51 a.m. on northbound I-15, north of Bear Valley Road in Victorville. The San Bernardino County Coroner identified the victim as Gloria Lynn Hooker, 57, of Bloomington.

According to the Victorville Daily Press, Hooker was a passenger in a 1999 Ford F250 Superduty pickup truck driven by Jerry Wayne Hooker, 55. The vehicle was in the fast lane when one of the tires rapidly lost pressure. As the driver attempted to pull over in the center divider, the tire shredded, causing the pickup truck to overturn multiple times. Both the driver and the passenger remained in the vehicle and had to be extricated by emergency personnel. Jerry Wayne Hooker was flown to Antelope Valley Hospital with moderate injuries. Gloria Lynn Hooker died at the scene.

Tire Blowouts and Rollover Accidents

The California Highway Patrol is still investigating the cause of the accident. If news reports are accurate, the rapid deflation and blowout of the tire caused the driver of the vehicle to lose control, and the vehicle to overturn. This was not the first I-15 rollover fatality attributed to a tire blowout this year. A 46-year-old San Bernardino woman died in March in a Jeep rollover accident on I-15 attributed to a tire blowout.

At freeway speeds, it can be very difficult to regain control of a vehicle in a rollover situation. Tires are a critical element of vehicle safety. When tires blow out, or rapidly deflate, the consequences are often deadly. Tire blowouts can be caused by aged tires, excessively worn tires, road hazards, underinflation, overinflation, overloading, and defects in design and manufacturing. Every year, dozens of tire manufacturers recall tires for defects that put motorists at risks. Tire blowouts can also result when tires are not installed properly.

Wrongful Death Liability and Compensation

If the tire blowout resulted from a tire manufacturing defect or negligence in installation, the family members of the victim of this accident may be entitled to compensation for their loss in a wrongful death claim. While this crash is under investigation, the family members of the victims of this crash may benefit from speaking to an attorney about the cause of this crash and potential liability issues. An experienced lawyer who has handled many tire blowout accident cases can arrange to have the tire and vehicle inspected, and advise the victims of their potential legal rights, options, and responsibilities following this accident.

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Five people were injured in a rollover crash on Interstate 10 Wednesday afternoon, the California Highway Patrol reported. The injury accident was reported at 4:23 p.m. on Interstate 10 at Frontage Road, east of the Cactus City Rest Area in Chuckwalla. According to KPSP Local 2 News, the vehicle rollover was triggered by a tire blowout on the freeway. Firefighers extricated five people from the car. One person suffered critical injuries and was airlifted to a hospital. Two others suffered moderate injuries and two others suffered minor injuries.

Tire Blowouts and Accidents

By definition, tire blowouts are a rapid loss of air pressure in a tire, usually caused by a tire bursting or falling apart. With advances in tire technology, blowouts are less common than they were several decades ago, but these events still occur. Blowouts can occur for a number of reasons ranging from debris in the road, under inflation of a tire, or a small puncture that allows a tire to slowly deflate until it fails. In some cases, blowouts occur because of defects in the manufacturing of the tire. In any event, tire blowouts often cause loss of control of a vehicle, which can result in a rollover.

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One person died in a solo-vehicle crash early Thursday morning in Santa Barbara County, authorities have reported. The fatal rollover crash occurred in the Windy Gap area on Highway 154 (the Chumash Highway), about a half-mile south of Painted Cave Road, and involved a 2006 Dodge Dakota pickup truck. According to reports of the incident, the driver and passenger were travelling from Malibu on their way to Chumash Casino in Santa Ynez.

Around midnight, the driver, Bert Barrera, 38, swerved to avoid some rocks that had fallen in the roadway, and struck another rock that was concealed by brush, causing him to lose control of the pickup truck. The vehicle crashed into a hillside and overturned. The rollover caused the roof to cave in and fatally injured the front seat passenger, a 45-year-old Malibu man who was not identified. Barrera suffered minor to moderate injuries. According to the CHP, alcohol was not a factor in the crash, and both men were wearing seat belts.

Cause of the Crash & Liability Issues

Although the cause of the accident is still under investigation, if news reports are accurate, the crash occurred because the driver did not see the rocks in the roadway. It is unclear how fast the pickup truck was travelling when the accident occurred, and if the driver could have prevented the collision. The passenger's death was likely caused by the roof of the pickup truck caving in and fatally crushing him. This accident raises a number of concerns from a legal standpoint. One, how long had the rocks been in the road, and did Caltrans know they were in the road before the accident occurred? If Caltrans was aware of the rocks, but failed to remove the rocks from the road in a reasonable amount of time, or if they were aware that rocks had fallen in the area in the past, Caltrans could be liable for the dangerous road condition.

Secondly, could the pickup truck have been better designed to prevent the passenger's death in this accident? Pickup truck rollovers often result in fatality or catastrophic injury because their roof and roof pillars may collapse. Because pickup trucks are not classified as "passenger vehicles," they are not subject to the same federal safety standards imposed on cars, even though they are marketed as passenger vehicles. Pickup truck rollovers, although not as common as SUV rollovers, may be subject to the same legal issues and remedies. Emergency avoidance maneuvers such as the one described in this April 29th accident on State Route 154, are common causes of pickup truck rollovers.

Wrongful Death Liability

While this accident is still under investigation, the family of the man killed would be well-advised to talk to a an experienced California wrongful death lawyer as soon as possible. An experienced attorney familiar with dangerous roadway condition and vehicle rollover cases can review the accident report, arrange to have the vehicle and location of the incident inspected, and further advise the family of their best course of action in a possible wrongful death claim.

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Today, the Los Angeles Times reported that Toyota Motorcorp will either reconfigure or replace more than 3.8 million gas pedals on Toyota and Lexus vehicles included in a recall announced on September 29, 2009. Toyota initially believed the floor mats in these vehicles could cause the accelerator gas pedal to become "stuck", causing the vehicles to accelerate suddenly.

Beginning in January 2010, Toyota and Lexus owners will be able to take their car to a local dealer for gas pedal reconfiguration or replacement. In some of the vehicles, specifically the Lexus ES 350, Toyota Camry and Toyota Avalon, the shape of the floor surface will also be reconfigured to make additional space between the gas pedal and the floor. Additionally on the Toyota Camry, Toyota Avalon, Lexus ES 350, Lexus IS 350 and Lexus IS 250, Toyota Motor Corp will install a brake override system to cut engine power when the gas pedal and brake pedal are applied simultaneously.

The recalled vehicles include 2007-2010 Toyota Camry, the 2004-2009 Toyota Prius, the 2005-2010 Toyota Avalon, the 2005-2010 Tacoma, the 2007-2010 Toyota Tundra, the 2007-2010 Lexus ES 350 and the 2006-2010 Lexus IS 250 and IS 350. Toyota and Lexus owners are still strongly advised to take out any driver's floor mat and not replace until repairs and reconfigurations have been made. In a statement, Toyota said, "The safety of our owners and the public is our utmost concern and Toyota has and will continue to thoroughly investigate and take appropriate measures to address any defect trends that are identified." According to the LA Times, an Edmunds.com analyst said the gas pedal modifications proposed by Toyota were "viable solutions."

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Federal regulators at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced today that Toyota would recall 110,000 Tundra Trucks from model years 2000 through 2003. The recall only affects vehicles registered in Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia.

These states use chemical de-icer agents such as road salts to treat roadways and highways during the winter. The salts can cause corrosion to the frame of the truck that can cause damage to the brake system, which could lead to brake failure. Owners of recalled vehicles will be contacted to bring their trucks to a local dealer will the frame will either be replaced, repaired, or a rust-resistant compound will be applied.

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