Auto Defects

Motor vehicle drivers and passengers suffer when vehicle and tire manufacturers fail to guard against preventable hazards such as:

• Defective brake systems
• Sudden accelerations
• Post-crash fires
• Defective restraint systems
• Air bag failure
• Defective vehicle steering device
• Defective tires

In addition, rollovers have a higher fatality rate than other kinds of crashes. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that in 2002, more than 10,000 people died in rollover crashes. Pickup trucks, vans, and sport utility vehicles (SUVs) are particularly susceptible to rollover during a crash due to defects in their design. While manufacturers advertise SUVs as ideal family vehicles, the increased momentum and weight distribution of these large vehicles can lead to rollover. SUVs have also been known to experience instability, tire blowouts, and collapsed roofs, among other problems.

If you believe that you or a loved one is a victim of a defective automobile or tire, contact Overchuck, Byron, Overchuck, PA to discuss your case confidentially. With our team’s vast knowledge of the laws, regulations, and standards applicable to automotive and tire manufacturers, we can help.