If you’ve ever been in an accident where something went wrong with your car, you know how scary it can be. But if you’re injured by a mechanical failure and aren’t sure who to hold responsible for your injuries, that can be even scarier.
In Nevada, the law recognizes that a variety of factors, including mechanical failure, can cause accidents. If the mechanical failure was due to a manufacturing defect or design flaw, the manufacturer of the vehicle or part might be held liable for any resulting injuries or damages.
If, on the other hand, the mechanical failure was due to poor maintenance or repair of the vehicle, the owner or operator of the vehicle may be held responsible for any resulting injuries or damages. This is because the owner or operator of the vehicle has a legal duty to properly maintain and repair the vehicle to ensure that it is safe to operate on the roadways.
Tires, brakes and alternators are the most common types of failure. Stay with us to find out more about mechanical failure accidents.
Tire Blowout
Tire blowouts are the most common type of mechanical failure. They can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Improper inflation
- Underinflation (more likely during winter months)
- Overinflation (less likely during summer months)
- Defective tires or wheels
Brake Failure
The braking system is a critical component of your car, and it’s one of the most important mechanical failures that can occur. Brakes are vital to your safety, and they’re one of the most common causes of car accidents.
Brakes are designed to work by converting kinetic energy (the energy in motion) into heat through friction between brake pads and metal rotors or drums. This process slows down your vehicle as you press down on the brake pedal, which then releases its grip on each rotor or drum when you let go of it again so that you can start moving forward again after coming to a stop at an intersection or traffic light.
Alternator Failure
The alternator is responsible for charging the battery, so when it fails, your car’s electrical system will be affected. This can cause a loss of power to the vehicle and put you at risk of getting into an accident.
Alternator failures are third on our list because they’re fairly common; many people know that their alternators need replacing after about 80,000 miles or so. However, there are other causes of alternator failure that may not be as obvious.
You Can Hold the Manufacturer Responsible for a Mechanical Failure Accident
If you’re involved in a car accident due to any of these mechanical failures, you may be able to hold the manufacturer responsible for your injuries.
If your vehicle had an engine malfunction or other mechanical failure that caused it to stop working properly before the accident occurred, then it could be considered a contributing factor. A car with faulty brakes would be considered at fault if it failed while driving on wet roads and caused an accident because it couldn’t stop quickly enough.
If it’s determined that there was nothing wrong with your vehicle’s design and only one part broke during regular use (for example, if your airbag failed), then no manufacturer would be held responsible for any damages resulting from this accident.
The most common types of failure in Nevada cars are tires, brakes and alternators. If any one of these parts fails during operation, it could cause serious injury or even death if not repaired immediately.
The Bourassa Law Group has extensive experience in dealing with mechanical failure car accidents in Nevada. Don’t wait—seek legal help today! So, call us at (800)870-8910 for a free consultation to learn about our legal services, and let us help you get the compensation you deserve.
