Defective Tires / Tire Blowout Who is Liable?

When an accident is caused by defective tires, tire blowout or tire de-treads, the consequences can be serious or deadly. Numerous SUV, van and truck rollovers have been caused by malfunctions in the tire. A tire may experience a blowout because of the construction of tires, or a manufacturing defect.

Defects in huge masses can occur at times. Firestone is infamously known for their great tire debacle. By the year 2000, more than 14.4 million Bridgestone/Firestone ATX, ATX II, and Wilderness AT tires had been installed on the Ford Explorer and other vehicles. There were various reports of crashes across the nation that caught the attention of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTS). According to the investigation of over three hundred crashes, it was discovered that defective Firestone tires were to blame for these accidents. Tread separation would occur in the tires, causing countless rollover accidents involving Ford Explorers. A recall of all 14.4 million tires was later announced by Ford. It was an unfortunate and very public error.

If you or someone you love has been involved in an accident concerning defective tires, call me day or night. Initial consultations are free and confidential, no obligation. If you need a lawyer in he San Antonio area, expereinced in tire defect cases, call us at 210-227-1888.