There seems to be no end to the headlines about defective vehicles and massive recalls. What is even more frightening than the known defective vehicles on the road is the fact that you never know if the vehicle you drive, ride in, or get near while you are out has a defect that has not yet been detected.

Types of Defects

Some defects, such as faulty tires and ignition switch defects, can cause accidents. Crashworthiness defects, such as faulty seatbelts or poor roof crush resistance, cause injuries to be worse in the event of an accident.

There are also defects that can both cause accidents and cause injuries to be worse in an accident. For instance, a defective airbag can cause an accident by deploying when it shouldn’t, and it can cause injuries to be worse by failing to deploy or by deploying in a way that causes injuries.

Less common are defects that can cause the vehicle to catch on fire when it is not even running. Although rare, the consequences can be deadly. A burning vehicle that is parked in a garage or very near a home can cause a house fire.

If you or someone you love has been have been seriously injured in an accident involving a defective vehicle, you may be entitled to substantial compensation. Our Salisbury accident attorneys are here to help. Please call the McIntosh Law Firm at (855) 960-5515 today or contact us online now to schedule your free consultation.