Toyota extends vehicle recall to Europe, China

TOKYO: Toyota's massive recalls over problem gas pedals in the US are being extended to China and Europe, the latest blow to the world's top automaker as it struggles to salvage its safety reputation.

The announcements come after the company earlier this week said it was suspending US sales and production of eight models, including the Camry, America's top-selling car, to fix faulty pedals that could stick and cause acceleration without warning.

Toyota Motor Corp also announced an additional recall of 1.09 million vehicles in the United States covering five models, the 2008-2010 Highlander, 2009-2010 Corolla, 2009-2010 Venza, 2009-2010 Matrix, and 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe.