Common Auto Defects

Auto defects have featured prominently in the news lately, and for good reasons. Auto defects cause many accidents each year and may put drivers and their passengers in danger. Most news reports focus on recalls because they are important stories that no car owner should ignore.

Unfortunately, many auto defects are undetectable until they cause an accident. If you or someone you know suffered an injury because of a faulty automobile, contact the Las Vegas auto defect lawyers of Palmer & Associates, P.C. 702-888-2222 and discuss your legal options.

Dangerous Defects

Any part of an automobile may be affected by a defect. Some of the more dangerous defects include:

• Faulty airbags
• Unresponsive brakes
• Leaking gas tanks
• Stuck accelerators

These defects may increase the harm that an accident causes or may even be responsible for causing an accident. In many cases, the accidents that result from these defects cause a driver to lose control of his or her vehicle. This may lead to more severe accidents, such as rollovers.

Faulty automobiles fall under a category of negligence called product liability. Product liability laws place the blame for injuries caused by defective products on the products’ manufacturers. In the case of automobiles, the auto manufacturer or a parts manufacturer may be liable for injuries resulting from auto defects.

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Automobile defects are a serious problem that can cause an individual serious harm or even death. If you or a loved one has suffered injuries because of a defective automobile, contact the Las Vegas personal injury lawyers of Palmer & Associates, P.C. at 702-888-2222.