Here's a major recall from GM on March 2nd:
GM To Recall 1.3M Compacts For Steering Problem : NPR
I think that the situation with Toyota has reached the point of piling on; and the ambulance chasers are circling:
Prius With Stuck Accelerator Glides To Safe Stop : NPR
I seriously doubt the gentleman in this Prius had a actual problem -- I think he was put up to this stunt, and if they faked this incident, I would not be surprised. The lawyers smell money, and Toyota is in a weak position, and they will settle for almost any amount of money...