The majority of people believe that an accident between two cars is caused by one driver. It’s not always true. According to the National Motor Vehicle Crash Causation Survey of the National Highway Transportation Safety Board, vehicle defect accidents account for 44,000 of the 2.2 millions car accidents that occur every year.
According to a study conducted by the National Institutes of Health, some type of vehicle defect
You expect your new car to work properly when you purchase it. The ignition switch on Chevy’s Cobalt was notorious for shutting down while vehicles were moving. The recall of Cobalts manufactured from 2005 to 2010 began in 2014, but hundreds of accidents led to the company’s decision.
Accidents caused by vehicle defects cause major accidents every year for drivers, passengers and others. Unexpected vehicle defects can be caused by incidents such as tire blowouts and airbags that deploy without reason.
Defects That Can Lead To an Accident
The NHTSA has identified a number of defects that are recurring.
- Airbags which fail to deploy or deploy when they are not required
- Tires or other vehicle components with defects that are defective, break apart or separate can cause the driver to lose vehicle control and injure people on or around the vehicle.
- Door latch failures
- Electrical system problems that can cause a loss of power, lights or ignition in vehicles
- The windshield wiper assembly is not working properly
- Fuel system parts or modules that could leak and cause an accident.
- Seats or seatbelts suddenly fail
- A steering system or component that fails and causes the driver to lose vehicle control.
- Unintentional acceleration due to accelerators sticking or breaking
- Breaking or cracking wheels that cause the driver to lose vehicle control
When defects such as:
- Defects or failures of the antilock brake system
- Cracking calipers
- Incorrectly installed discs
- Hydraulic lines which leak or have been incorrectly installed
- Overheating brakes
- Parking brake defects
This can cause a vehicle to stop at the wrong moment, for example, in the middle a freeway, causing a pile-up of several cars. When the brakes do not work, the vehicle may rear-end another vehicle or an object nearby if the brakes don’t function. Vehicle defects can cause serious accidents and injuries.
Parties Responsible
It is the responsibility of car owners to maintain and repair their vehicles. Owners and victims of vehicle accidents can sue the manufacturer if a part fails.
The manufacturers of vehicles have a responsibility to make sure that the cars, trucks and other vehicles they sell and operate are safe. Vehicle manufacturers should inform vehicle buyers about any hazards or dangers that are discovered later.
A person who has been injured can file a claim for damages against the dealership or the company that distributed the vehicle.
Let W. Lee Clark & Associates Help You With Your Car Accident Claim
We are ready to help you recover from an accident and protect your rights. We will examine the facts of the case and the police report and give you advice on what to do.
You may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. This includes medical expenses, lost income, and pain & discomfort.
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