IV. Background

In certain 2004 through 2006 model year Highlander and Highlander HV vehicles if the forward retention clip used to secure the driver's side Floor Carpet Cover which is located in front of the center console is not installed properly the cover may lean toward the accelerator pedal and interfere with the accelerator pedal arm. If this occurs the accelerator pedal may temporarily become stuck in a partially depressed position rather than return to the idle position. An accelerator pedal temporarily stuck in a partially depressed position may increase the risk of a crash.