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Vehicle Defects

Defective Vehicles May Have Malfunctioning Safety Features, Like Seat Belts and Airbags

An increasing number of accidents are caused by defective vehicles. Poor vehicle design or faulty parts, such as defective seat belts or airbags, can have catastrophic consequences. Many car accidents have been traced back to fuel system failure and defective tires. A faulty tire can result in a blowout, leading to an SUV rollover accident.

A Defective Vehicle Accident May Entitle You to Compensation

If you’ve suffered an injury in an accident or a loved one was injured or killed in a defective vehicle accident, you may be entitled to compensation. Zbinden & Curtis may be able to help you pursue compensation for your losses.

Defective Vehicle Recalls

When a major car maker produces a defective automobile, the public tends to notice. Some SUVs with design defects have resulted in deadly rollover accidents. In some cases, the manufacturer of the parts may have introduced a defective product. We have seen cases of tread separation in tires, leading to lawsuits against the tire maker.

Defective vehicle cases may involve:

  • Malfunctioning seat belts
  • Malfunctioning airbags
  • Exploding gas tanks
  • Brake defects
  • Acceleration defects
  • Automobile recalls
  • Rollover or roof-crush accidents
  • Ejection of passengers or driver
  • Defective doors or door latches

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For a free and confidential case evaluation, contact a defective product lawyer at Zbinden & Curtis in Portland. We provide aggressive representation for clients injured throughout Oregon and Washington. Call (503) 287-5000 today or reach us by completing the online contact form to see how we can help.