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2010 General Motors Recall and Car Accident Liability (Part A)

General Motors recently announced that they are recalling 1.3 million vehicles due to manufacturing defects. The recall deals with vehicles that have a flaw in the power steering that can make it difficult to control the vehicle.

If you or someone you love has been injured in an accident involving one of the recalled GM vehicles, you probably have a lot of questions about who is liable and what your legal options are.

Your first step is to get informed about the details of the General Motors recall to ensure that your vehicle model is included.

Next, it would be in your best interest to consult with an experienced personal injury lawyer that specializes in injuries resulting from vehicles defects in Boston, Massachusetts. It is important that the lawyer has handled these types of cases and that they understand car accidents related to recalled vehicles.

2010 GM Recall Defect Details

The General Motors recall is due to a flaw in the power steering assist. The effects of the flaw take time to appear and tend to worsen over time. Drivers of the recalled GM vehicles reported loss of power steering assist that could be temporarily resolved by turning off and restarting the car. The steering problems would return with greater frequency as time went on.

Power steering problems like the one that prompted the General Motors recall can make it necessary for you to use much more force than usual when steering your vehicle.

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