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Toyota has recalled up to 1.8 million cars because of a safety problem. Eight Toyota models have been affected by what the Japanese car maker describes as a "potential accelerator pedal issue."

The total number of affected cars has not been announced, but it may be as much as 1.8 million. There have been reports of accelerator pedals becoming hard to depress, slow to return and in rare cases getting stuck.

Toyota has discovered a remedy for the fault and will be contacting owners once the fix has been fully tested.

Toyota says "only a limited number of incidents have been reported in Europe", and is not aware of any accidents caused by the faulty pedals.

Which cars are affected?
• Toyota Aygo (Feb 2005 - Aug 2009)
• Toyota iQ (Nov 2008 - Nov 2009)
• Toyota Yaris (Nov 2005 - Sep 2009)
• Toyota Auris (Oct 2006 - 5 Jan 2010)
• Toyota Corolla (Oct 2006 - Dec 2009)
• Toyota Verso (Feb 2009 - 5 Jan 2010)
• Toyota Avensis (Nov 2008 - Dec 2009)
• Toyota RAV4 (Nov 2005 - Nov 2009)
• Citroen C1 (36 SP petrol models produced between Feb 2005 to Aug 2009)
• Peugeot 107 (Feb 2005 - Aug 2009)
• Honda Jazz (2002 - 2008)

Brand new models are free of the defect and Lexus cars - which are owned by Toyota - have not been affected. Any owners who have concerns can call Toyota customer relations on 0800 1388744.

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