http://biz.yahoo.com/weekend/mostrecall_1.html

I think this should go in the other guys section, as it isn't specific to Asian makes.

I find it funny that they put a 2006 Civic for the picture on the "Multiple Manufacturer Components" recalls, where they list 10 different models, 3 of which are Toyota's, and didn't give a break down as to how many for each. And the recall reason:

"Affects some combination head-lamp assemblies that are sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles. Some combination lamps are not equipped with amber side reflectors. These lamps fail to conform to federal motor-vehicle safety standards."

That is about the dumbest recall I've ever heard of. I wonder how many people were actually effected by this? I can't imagine the dealer installing replacement headlamps and not noticing that the orange reflector is missing. And according to that description, it didn't even effect new cars, as it was lamps sold as replacements only (something they missed on the main page of that article).

Well, it would seem that 2005 was GM's annus horriblis and 2006 could be Toyota's. Seems quite of wierd that the Auto Gods peed all over GM one year and then just when Toyota appeared to be having the last laugh, the wrath of the Car Gods turned to them.

It remains to be seen, however, if these recalls will turn the tide at media outlets such as CR and the Toronto Star, who appear to be on Toyota's pay roll.