According to recent news reports General Motors has recalled 44000 Cadillac CTS 2009-2010 year model cars due to a rear-suspension issue that may lead to loss of control of the car. GM reported that a wax coating in the rear suspension toe link jam nuts may allow the nut(s) to loosen. A loose nut would cause a clanking noise. If the noise is not noticed the rear wheel could turn outboard or inboard preventing a driver from being able to properly control the car which could cause a wreck. GM dealership techs will fix the issue for free by cleaning the wax from the toe link and installing two new jam nuts. If necessary the full toe link will be replaced. Those with affected vehicles can contact General Motors at 1-866-982-2339 or visit GMOwnerCenter.com.
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Auto recalls are unfortunately a seemingly routine exercise. While they are beneficial in working to stave off possible accidents such a large number of auto recalls in the last few years may hint at the need for better testing to be conducted prior to a cars release to the public. When an injury accident or a fatal accident occurs due to a design flaw or a mechanical issue with a defective car part a manufacturer can be held liable if their products defect contributed to such an accident. Such manufacturers have a legal duty to provide for consumer safety and so while its helpful that purposeful recalls are made in order to mitigate possible future issues it would seem much more beneficial to simply make sure that cars are ready for public use before theyre allowed to be sold.
– Texas Product Liability Attorney Michael Grossman
