Recall Sources
Until the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or the tire industry develops an idiot proof system of tire recall notification, consumers really need to assume some of the responsibility. There have been lawsuits brought on the behalf of vehicle owners involved in accidents resulting from defects in recalled tires – owners who were assured by the tire dealer that the tires were not part of a publicized recall. While the majority of drivers travel on safe tires, there is still the chance you’re not one of them.
The following websites provide information on tire recalls:
- www.recalls.gov/nhtsa.html This is one of two NHTSA sites that allow users to log in their tire information to check on current recalls.
- www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/recalls/recallsearch.cfm Another NHTSA, this one managed by the Office of Defects Investigation.
- www.dmv.org/recalls.php A privately owned website, dmv.org is not affiliated with any state Department of Motor Vehicles, but still can provide information on current recalls.
If you have been involved in a tire-related accident, contact us using the form on the right and we’ll help you locate an attorney.
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