Norfolk Accidents From Defective Products: Suzuki Recalls Kizashi Sedans

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently reported Suzuki's recall of 5,107 Kizashi sedans for a problem with a door in vehicles of the model year 2010, according to the Chicago Tribune.  Specifically, the hinged door on the dashboard's center lower box poses a risk of injury because it may swing open in the event of a vehicle accident.  The defect exists on models built between Oct. 13, 2009, and May 31, 2010, and it is considered a violation of federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 201, which refers to the protection of the occupant during interior impact.  If you own a Suzuki Kizashi sedan and aren't sure when the vehicle was built, look at the label on the driver side doorjamb for the manufacture date.  If your Suzuki sedan is one of the recalled vehicles, dealers will inspect your car and replace the defective part for free.  To find a dealer near you or receive answers to your questions about the recall, contact Suzuki at 714-996-7040, or call the NHTSA hot line at 888-327-4236.

Although most Norfolk car accident cases and other vehicle accidents in Virginia result in personal injury or auto accident claims due to another driver's negligence, some crashes may lead to claims for accidents caused by defective products.  When a defective vehicle part causes a Virginia Beach car accident, for example, the manufacturer may be held liable for the resulting injuries of the accident victims.  The problem for many Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and Eastern Shore accident victims, however, is proving liability (fault) in a car accident case, especially when the at-fault party is not another driver.  For help proving liability in your Virginia accident case, feel free to contact experienced Norfolk auto accident lawyer Lawrence Land.  He will answer your questions for free and help you recover financial compensation for your pain and suffering, time away from work, medical bills, and other expenses.  Contact Lawrence Land online or toll-free at 800-800-1911.