Honda Recalls Defective Car Airbags - Liability for Injury

In the event that a product is found to be defective the supplier is considered liable under the law.  Manufacturers and distributors have a proper protocol to follow in order to ensure that merchandise is safe for use by the consumer.  Los Angeles product liability law encompasses various types of claims including strict liability, negligence, consumer protection, and breach of warranty.  When a defective product causes an accident, or causes further injuries than otherwise expected, the manufacturing company is responsible for any damages caused to an individual, an entire family, or an entire group of consumers. 

Take the recent recalls announced by Honda.  Earlier this month the Honda Motor Co. added close to 400,000 cars to an existing list of vehicles found to have defective airbags.  An investigation into the product found that the air bag on the driver’s side of certain Honda models deploys with too much pressure resulting in an inflator explosion.  When this rupture happens it could cause serious burn injuries and / or head injuries that might require reconstructive surgery.  Drivers of the following Honda models are at serious risk in the event of a high impact collision:

• 2001 and 2002 Accord sedans
• Civic compacts
• Odyssey minivans
• CR-V small sport utility vehicles
• 2002 Acura TL sedans

Research has yet to reveal just how many Los Angeles car accident injuries were reported in association with the defective air bags, but the numbers are without a doubt alarming.  If you drive a Honda and you have suffered serious burn injuries as the result of an airbag rupture you should seek the help of an experienced Los Angeles defective products lawyer.  An injury attorney who has a thorough knowledge of product liability and defective merchandise will greatly benefit your chances of receiving compensation for your injury claim. 

This defective product recall is coming not too long after the Toyota Motor Corp. announced a glitch found in the functionality of the gas pedal and brakes in newer models.  When companies like Honda and Toyota fail to meet the legal standard of safety in production they are considered liable for the consequences of any accidents related to a faulty product.  In Southern California the majority of injuries associated with these products were usually the result of Los Angeles car accidents.  The concern for consumers in the city is the fact that these defective products have been associated with such tragic car accidents and may have been the cause of numerous fatalities.

If you or your loved one has been injured in a Los Angeles car accident, while operating a Honda or Toyota model vehicle, you should contact an experienced lawyer today.  An investigation into your accident may reveal that your injuries were caused by a defective air bag and could have been prevented.  Call one of our Los Angeles defective product attorneys today to discuss the possibility of receiving compensation for your various injuries.  The Law Offices of Lee Arter offers free initial consultations when you call 800-715-4489.