Tire Defects
Quality, functional tires are key to having a safe vehicle. An automobile’s tires provide stability and allow it to be mobile. When a tire is defective, it may go flat or blow out during a drive, putting the driver and passengers at risk of being injured in an accident. Sometimes tire defects are noticeable, but in other cases they may go undetected for months or even years. If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident caused by a tire defect, you may be entitled to compensation for your accident-related injuries and damages.
Types of Defects
A tire may seem like a simple object, but there are many details involved in its construction that allow it to withstand the constant impact of the road and the weight of a car. When a tire is not designed or manufactured properly, it may be defective and malfunction in dangerous ways. Common types of tire defects include:
- A poor design that causes uneven wear or sudden tire failure
- Low quality materials used in manufacturing
- Separation of the tread from the tire
- Weak sidewall construction, which leads to a blow out
- Shredding of the tire
- Weak tire bead or tread
Any of these problems in design or manufacturing can lead to a serious accident. Tire manufacturers have a responsibility to test their products and to manufacture products made of durable materials. When they fail to meet these standards, they have an obligation to recall the defective products or they may be sued for defects that cause injuries or damages.
Contact Us
For sound legal advice and assistance regarding tire defects and accident liability, please contact the Bronx car accident lawyers of Parker Waichman, LLP today at 888-244-2273.
