Accidents Caused by Manufacturing Defects in Jackson, MS

Can Auto Parts Manufacturers Police Themselves?

Over the last 18 months to two years, we’ve seen car manufactures and automobile parts manufacturers flying under the radar for dangerous and deadly defects. As with many industries, when money is on the line, they can’t be counted on to police themselves. Thankfully, federal agencies are finally beginning to crackdown on these irresponsible manufacturers. Hopefully, it will send a message to other corporations about timeliness and safety for consumer recalls.

Accountability for Dangerous and Deadly Defects

In light of recent events, it’s not just that defective auto parts put people at risk. It’s that manufacturers know about these defects for months or longer without doing anything about it. Speaking up about your case, bringing it to the attention of an attorney and to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration can help to raise awareness about defective auto parts. The more people speak up, the more pressure is put on auto makers.

Is Your Car Under Recall?

You can’t always count on automobile manufacturers to get the word out about recalls. Although they’re supposed to contact you and publicize information about the recall, that just isn’t always the case. Unfortunately, you’re going to have to do a little research. Find the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on your car, write it down and then use this search engine to determine if your vehicle is under recall. You can also check manufacturer’s websites for years, makes and models.