Safety Recall Requirements for Automobile Defects
When a vehicle manufacturer becomes aware that one of their vehicles poses a significant safety risk because of a defect in the design or production of the vehicle, they have a federally-mandated duty to issue a safety recall for the affected vehicles. These recalls are meant to go out to every owner of a potentially defective vehicle, offering free repairs for the safety concern. If a company fails to comply with the required measures, they may be found liable for the consequences that befall a person who is injured due to the defect.
If you have been hurt by a vehicle that should have been recalled, it may be appropriate to pursue financial compensation to address medical bills and other damages. A Denver car defect and malfunction lawyer from Hull & Zimmerman, P.C., can help you to better understand your legal rights and options in this situation. Contact us by calling (303) 423-1770 today.
What Do Manufacturers Have to Do during a Recall?
When a recall is issued, there are a few things a vehicle manufacturer is legally obligated to do during this period. If a manufacturer fails to take the necessary steps required by law, they may be responsible for whatever injuries arise as a result.
The law requires that manufacturers take the following steps in a recall:
- Issue a public report regarding the recall
- Find and contact all owners of a potentially defective vehicle
- Provide those owners with information about free repairs for the defect
These three steps are crucial to keeping vehicle owners safe from injuries caused by defects. When a car manufacturer fails to complete a recall appropriately, any who are harmed by the defective vehicle may be able to hold them accountable through a civil lawsuit.
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Automotive travel is inherently dangerous even in the absence of defects. When you have been hurt because of a known defect for which a proper recall was not conducted, do not delay seeking legal counsel as you may be able to recover significant financial compensation. Contact a Denver defective vehicle attorney from Hull & Zimmerman, P.C., at (303) 423-1770.