2 Nov 2011

Stuck Throttle Found in Car of Toyota Driver


New inspection of his car found a possible fault in the car's cruise control that may have jammed the throttle into an open position. At the trial, Lee insisted his Toyota, a 1996 Camry, suddenly sped out of control and that he was pumping the brakes up until the point of impact. Experts for the Minnesota county prosecutor who brought the case were also present for the inspection Tuesday but have not yet indicated whether they agree with the findings of Lee's experts.The prosecution maintained Lee had mistakenly pressed the accelerator pedal instead of the brake. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has received more than 17 complaints from owners of other 1996 Camry's alleging defects that led to sudden acceleration and Lee's lawyer says he has 13 affidavits from other 1996 Camry owner.

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