Its not just a simple gas pedal or floor mat thing. It also involves a sensor, that should prevent this from happening. The sensor does not function, and does not send a check engine light signal. Do some digging. The
Japanese have been fixing these issues since 2006. When parts first came here, they were sent to the factories where the make some of the Toyotas and put on new cars, not ones that were already on the road.
They are a Japanese company, they dont want anyone to know whats going on inside. A former Toyota attorney also stated this, and added that Toyota does not care what the cost is, even if it costs lives. Japanese companies that do business in America or have American divisions do not feel they should have to follow our laws. I gave someone very close to me that has worked in the legal department for 2 enormous international Japanese corporations. They feel that they can do business in America, the way they do at home.
Theres no conspiracy, and Toyota does not give a crap about you, just its bottom line. Automakers, have these wonderful attorneys and accountants that exist entirely to deal with possible recalls. The corporation will, if a problem is found, not fix it, because they deem it too expensive. They will talk to their lawyers and accountants. They estimate cost of fixing before assembly is finished, vs. cost of possible legal settlements due to possible injuries or deaths. Unfortunately, injuries and deaths is usually cheaper to deal with.
As far as the Tacos, I would not ignore the "possibility" of an issue.
I owned a 2001 4wd TRD Tacoma xtra cab. Great truck. It had a 3.4L engine, and could get ~22mpg going up the 395, in a head wind.
I currently own a 2008 4wd Limited 4Runner. The 4.0L in the truck is great.
We average between 19-21mpg. My brother in law has a 2009 Tacoma PreRunner xtra cab. He also has the 4.0L. He gets 13mpg. He has a stick, we have an auto. Yes, there are some aerodynamics issues, but autos should get lower gas mileage. He used to have an FJ Cruiser, which is built on the 4Runner chassis, running gear, and motor. He also got about 13mpg - another stick shift.
FYI - Ford knew there was a major problem with the Pinto, what would happen, and was not willing to spend 100 some odd dollars for a quick easy repair - replace bumper bolts, and armor plate between them and the gas tank. The movie Class Action is a good example of this.
Thanks in advance "thumbsup"
I wouldn't worry about the recall either because I know how to put it in neutral! 
