What is a Toyota motor vehicle defect?
By: LawInfo
A motor vehicle can be defective in one of three ways. Specifically, a motor vehicle is defective if: (1) there was a manufacturing defect – a part of the car that was not made according to the vehicle’s design and is flawed; (2) there was a design defect – the design of the car, or part of the car, was faulty and even if manufactured according to exact specifications would result in a defective product; or (3) there was a warning defect – the car manufacturer or retailer knew of a problem that would not be obvious to consumers and failed to warn consumers about the potential danger.
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What legal rights does someone have if they've been injured in a car accident with a car that has been recalled?
A: In general, when a person is injured as a result of another person's negligence, the injured party may pursue a claim against the party or parties that caused the … More -
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What does 'duty' mean in a lawsuit for injuries?
A: When talking about negligence, duty is the legal obligation that the law imposes on us to protect and respect the safety of others around us. That means doing … More -
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How do I file a safety complaint about a defective Toyota?
A: The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) is an office within the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) respondible for conducting defect … More -
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What is 'strict liability'?
A: Some persons or companies may be held “strictly liable” for certain activities or products that harm others, even if it can’t be shown they acted … More -
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Can I sue if I'm hurt in an accident caused by a defect in my Toyota?
A: Yes, you can sue if your accident was caused by a defect in your Toyota. Your lawsuit would be filed under a product liability theory of law in state … More -
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How do you know if you have a personal injury claim?
A: First off, in order to proceed with a personal injury claim, you must demonstrate that you have been injured. This may be a physical injury or it may be an emotional … More -
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What should I do if I'm hurt in an accident caused by a defective acceleration in my Toyota?
A: If your Toyota unexpectedly accelerates and you are unable to prevent the acceleration by removing your foot from the gas pedal and putting your foot on the brake … More -
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Can consumers bring class actions relating to products or services?
A: Absolutely. There have been many successful class actions brought by consumers. Signs of consumer fraud include: Misrepresentations regarding a product or a service. … More -
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Am I at fault for an accident if it happened because my brakes failed on my Toyota?
A: You are not at fault if your negligence did not cause the accident. In other words, if you acted like a reasonable person would act in the situation and could not … More -
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If my Toyota is on a recall list, will I be liable if I'm in an accident?
A: You will only be liable in an accident if you were negligent in your driving or in getting your vehicle repaired after you were informed about the recall. Generally, … More
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