According to the manufacturer Subaru will issue a recall on model year 2002-2007 Imprezas and model year 2003-2008 Foresters due to a risk of accident. The front lower control arms can break at the hanger bracket if exposed to salty or humid conditions. A faulty control arm can result in a driver losing control of the vehicle increasing the risk of collision. Subaru can be contacted at 1-800-782-2783.
Commentary
Any increased risk of accident in a motor vehicle should be paid particular attention by consumers. The recall is expected to extend to almost 300000 units indicating a widespread issue.
When they become aware of a problem with their product a manufacturer will typically issue a recall in an effort to mitigate liability. Certainly however faulty products remain on the market and pose a risk to consumers. If an injury occurs due to the failure of the product in question in the recall a manufacturer could face fault. This type of determination requires a meticulous investigation into the products failures as defense attorneys are very good at shifting fault away from their client.
Texas Product Liability Lawyer Michael Grossman
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