While a number of accidents occur as a result of speeding, breaking traffic rules, or an act immediately before the accident; it is not uncommon for motor vehicle accidents to be caused as a result of the vehicle’s mechanical failure. This is proven by the many vehicle recalls that are being made as a result of mechanical issues that cause the vehicle to stop working properly. This article will discuss motor vehicle accidents that are caused as a result of mechanical failure.

Many vehicles have mechanical issues that cause them to stop working properly, for example because of engine issues, brakes, lights, electrical wiring or seatbelts. And with more modern vehicles comes electronic signals used to alert drivers to current or potential issues; it is possible that such electronic signals may not be in good working order. In fact it is possible for such signals to go on and remain on because of some sort of failure in the system. If such problems arise the vehicle may cause traffic accidents and injuries to others. The question then is who or what is at fault for the accident in the event that the driver knew about the issue or it occurred without the driver’s prior knowledge?

A Crowson Law Group attorney shared the following information, “If the vehicle owner knows about an underlying problem with his or her vehicle he or she may take the vehicle to a mechanic. However, when issues are overlooked or not completely repaired in such cases the mechanic may be to blame for the accident and injury that may occur. Such accidental overlooked repairs may be as a result of negligence or incorrect repairs; no matter the reason liability may lie with the mechanic or repair facility. In the event that a defect is the cause of a vehicle accident, the vehicle manufacturer may be at fault. This could be as a result of a recall not being issued, an unknown defect or even problems that are currently being researched. In instances whereby a driver is aware of issues beforehand but is unable to afford to fix them, cannot restore them or refuses to repair the issue; because of the driver’s foreknowledge and the action that leads to the accident the driver or owner can be held liable for the accident.

It must be noted that due to the technology used in modern vehicles there is a growing concern with traffic accidents and collisions. One article states the following, “Computers with software have become intrinsic to transport systems. While it assists in better overall experiences in driving and transportation, the software has been demonstrated to be easily hacked. These security concerns are defects that manufacturers are attempting to resolve. Because the software controls specific parts of the vehicle, many different types of accidents may occur because of these hacks. Many injuries can occur due to issues that arise because of hacked software.”

Individuals who are injured in accidents as a result of mechanical failure may seek legal recourse by employing the services of an auto injury accident attorney .

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