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Guest · Posted: Jan Fri 22, 2010 12:19 am Post subject: Story of my life

No, not a bio......... just the way things seem to go for me. Rolling Eyes

Last year, I decided it was time to give up my old Neon which needed a ton of work, and whose a/c didn't work at all. With rebates, and that special tax incentive, I bit the bullet and bought myself a brand new 2009 Toyota Corolla. And today, the recall was announced!!

What's worse is, they apparently don't even have a fix for the problem yet (sticking accelerator). I've been looking all evening for information on what we're supposed to do, and had no luck. I just came across one article that said owners would be notified when a solution to the problem is found, and in the meanwhile, just keep on driving our cars. Well, isn't that encouraging?

I bought my car because of its reputation for reliability and safety. Could someone check over my head and see if there's a little black cloud follwing me around? Please? Crying or Very sad

playtime8978 · Joined: 09 Oct 2009 Posts: 132 Location: U.K

OMG that isnt good, you dont want the accelerator sticking while your driving!!!!!!!!! get it to the garage you bought it from I would think is the best bet that isn't just a minor flaw that is down right dangerous. And I worry about you enough driving out there, you know I swear when we go out in the car people aim at us and try and kill us LOL there are also a lot of pedestrians that I think must be having a bad day the way they walk into the roads not looking Laughing

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wiccanmalenurse · Site Moderator Joined: 30 Oct 2005 Posts: 4876

Anne, I know how you feel but on the bright side, Toyota always takes care of their customers and it is a wonderfully built product! The only brand I would put up against it is a Honda (no not cause we have one) and a suburu. I remember awhile back when all the coal miners had all these Toyota trucks for years and then after a frame problem, Toyota gave them like 10,000.00 credit toward another one. I am sure they will get it resolved and you are right it doesn't seem safe with that problem to me. The only thing a sticking acelerator would be useful is if you were bringing one of those cheesecakes to me! Laughing

Take care and hope things will get fixed soon,
David Wink

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Guest · Posted: Jan Fri 22, 2010 2:35 pm Post subject:

Thanks David.

It's impossible to reach them by phone to day (gee, I wonder why), so I'm just going to sit tight until we're given instructions. From what I've been reading, they aren't even sure how to fix the problem yet.

But I agree with you completely about Toyota. The best car I ever owned was a 77 Corolla (the only other car I ever bought new), and you just couldn't kill that car.

I suspect this problem is not going to be as widespread as it would seem on first blush, but it's something to be aware of. Toyota has already published instructions on what to do if it happens to a vehicle, and since I only use mine to go to the supermarket for now, I'm not going to worry too much. So far, my car has shown no evidence of the problem at all.

Dingie_Dinah · Posted: Jan Fri 22, 2010 3:35 pm Post subject:

Anne, I hope they get it resolved for you. And like you, I'm in love with my Malibu Max. I drove crap cars for years and about 2 yrs ago? i think, I bought this:

here is what I had before that....

So you see why I love my malibu!!! her name is Barbie, of course. In most of my life, I've always had Chevy's except I did have a Celica when I first got married. 5 speed stick with no airconditioning, but I had a roll back sun roof! It was a sweet ride too, and you are right, you can drive the wheels off of those cars.

I'm with Davie, I'm sure Toyota will fix the problem eventually, but it sure is a PITA till then huh???

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kristina · Joined: 17 Nov 2005 Posts: 5

As everyone knows Toyota does stand by their products well.I am sure if you hang in there the problem will be resolved quickly.Best wishes on the outcome of your car. Very Happy

Guest · Posted: Jan Sat 23, 2010 9:14 am Post subject:

I finally found some updated information on the Toyota site. Now don't laugh, but in 11 months, I've put on a whopping 405 miles. Laughing

I'm like the little old lady from Pasadena!! But, that's actually good news, because apparently, the condition develops over time . I thought this info might be helpful, so here's the deal:

cd_moree · Joined: 09 May 2005 Posts: 1807

Nice looking rides girls!!

Debbie
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wiredfoxterror · Posted: Jan Sun 24, 2010 7:52 pm Post subject:

Hey I have a 1989 car with under 27,000 miles on it. I have a secret for low mileage, I have too many cars!
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Guest · Posted: Jan Sun 24, 2010 8:25 pm Post subject:

Foxye, that's really funny!! Laughing

ronpaula · Joined: 11 Oct 2006 Posts: 310

Love your new ride Anne. I love silver. It is so rich looking, even though I never have gotten a silver. Seems like I take what is on the lot and silver is never one o them. I always got blue. I had to recently get another car because my 99 caviler bit the dust. We got a 2003 Buick. Rides nice and my DH can fit in this one. LOl. He wasn't to happy when he had to drive around in my peanut poppers.
Cars are a necessity and it is always nice when we can get what we want. Congrats to all you ladies, who did it your way. We are all worth it, aren't we!
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Guest · Posted: Jan Sun 24, 2010 10:40 pm Post subject:

Thanks Paula,

What's funny is I actually wanted the beige, but I also wanted the keyless entry, and silver was all they had with that option. Once I saw it though, I wound up liking the silver better.

Dingie_Dinah · Posted: Jan Mon 25, 2010 5:09 pm Post subject:

Isn't that funny, I always want Blue, and they never have it! I swore to myself I'd never have another Grey car, since I had a cavalier and a lumina that were grey, OH and a corsica, and now this one is grey too! Oh well, when I'm driving I can't see the color anyway. LOL

Anne your car is adorable!
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Guest · Posted: Jan Mon 25, 2010 5:46 pm Post subject:

Thank you Dinah,

I was very pleased with the way it looks, but all I wanted was good transportation that had a working a/c.

Yours is pretty cute too.

OMG.. I just realized this conversation is starting to sound like the typical sterotype of how a woman buys a car. Interested in nothing but what color is it? Laughing

Actually, after seeing the little old men down here who can't see over the steering wheels, driving hot sports cars, I think women are much more practical (sorry gentlemen).

wiredfoxterror · Posted: Jan Wed 27, 2010 5:46 pm Post subject:

I am on green vehicle # 3 and I swore I would never have a green vehicle.
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