Toyota is adding 1.5 million U.S.
vehicles to recalls from early this year to fix fuel pumps that can fail and
cause engines to stall.
The company says the latest recall
brings the total to 3.3 million Toyota and Lexus brand vehicles that need to be
repaired.
The recall affects more than 40
vehicles dating to 2013 covering much of the Toyota and Lexus model lineup.
Toyota said Wednesday the fuel pumps
can suddenly stop operating, and that can cause the vehicles to stall.
Drivers may not be able to restart
them. A message was left seeking comment from Toyota about whether there have
been any crashes or injuries.
Toyota and Lexus dealers will replace
the pumps at no cost to customers.