Mitsubishi Recalls Lancers for Defective Front Airbag Sensors
Mitsubishi has notified the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) that it will be recalling 29,353 2008-2009 Lancers and Lancer Evolutions due to faulty front airbag sensors. Apparently these cars pose a risk to those living in states that use road salt. Prolonged exposure to road salt and melted snow can coat and corrode the airbag sensors, causing them to possibly malfunction in the event of a crash. The company will be issuing a geographic recall, which is expected to begin on November 27 in the District of Columbia and 22 states, including Missouri.
On April 1, 1989 the U.S. passed a law requiring all vehicles built after that date to have airbags installed. Since then, the NHTSA has reported that front airbags have saved more than 12,000 lives between 1960 and 2002.
These vehicles with faulty front seat airbags pose a serious threat to consumers; and Mitsubishi can be held responsible for personal injury caused by the malfunctioning airbags. Auto manufacturers are under strict liability when auto products prove defective. When flawed consumer vehicles are hazardous and cause personal injury, the victim of a defective auto part has the right to hold the manufacturer or seller of that product responsible.
If you or someone you know owns a faulty Mitsubishi Lancer or Lancer Evolution and has been in a Missouri auto accident, contact a skilled St. Louis personal injury attorney to know your rights. The team of experienced injury lawyers at Page Law is prepared to help you. Please contact our offices today for a comprehensive and free evaluation of your case.
