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BMW Recalls Almost 90,000 Mini Coopers due to Fire Hazard

Personal Injury Lawyer — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:00:04 +0000

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), BMW of North America, LLC, is recalling 86,911 vehicles due to an engine defect involving the electrical auxiliary water pump in charge of cooling the vehicle’s turbocharger. An electronic circuit board on this pump may malfunction, causing the engine to overheat and thus increasing the risk of a vehicle fire. The affected BMW vehicles were manufactured from November 14, 2006 through January 18, 2011 and include the following passenger cars:

2007-2011 Mini Cooper S;
2009-2011 Mini Cooper S Convertible;
2008-2011 Mini Cooper S Clubman;
2009-2011 Mini Cooper JCW;
2009-2011 Mini Cooper JCW Convertible;
2009-2011 Mini Cooper JCW Clubman; and
2011 Cooper S Countryman.

The recall is expected to start in February 2012. BMW will notify owners of the affected vehicles and dealers will replace the defective water pump at no-cost. For additional information, owners may call BMW at (866) 275-6464, or the National Traffic Highway Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at (888) 327-4236.

If you or a loved one has been injured as the result of an auto manufacturing or design defect in New Jersey, the experienced NJ auto product liability lawyers at Blume Goldfaden can examine the details of your claim to determine whether you have cause for civil action against the negligent auto manufacturer or designer. To find out whether your claim may have merit, contact us at (973) 635-5400 for a no-cost consultation.

May 2011 Volkswagen Recall to Affect New Jersey Jetta Owners

Personal Injury Lawyer — Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:24:36 +0000

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported the impending May recall of 2011 Volkswagen Jettas in early April. The reason for this recall is an electrical system malfunction, specifically concerning fuses and circuit breakers.

A potential 71,043 certain model 2011 Jettas, manufactured from March 2010 through March 2011, are being recalled by Volkswagen America, Inc. due to a faulty electrical wiring and fuse layout. The same fuse used by the signal horn and the anti-theft alarm system also protects the converter box; should that fuse be blown, the converter box will become disconnected from the power supply, thus jeopardizing various vehicle applications and motorist safety. Without an intact connection to the power supply, applications such as the engine management system, lighting system, and windshield wipers can be shut down.

The consequences of the affected Jetta’s vehicle applications shutting down can be potentially serious for New Jersey drivers. For example, if the malfunction occurs while the vehicle is being driven, the headlights or wipers may turn off, or the engine could stall, significantly increasing the risk of a sudden accident without warning. Similarly, if there is any effect on the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system, especially when driving on icy or wet roads, a severe and unexpected New Jersey car crash can result.

It is the responsibility of auto manufacturers to ensure that their vehicles are designed and constructed to meet consumer safety standards. When a defective auto vehicle or component results in a New Jersey injury accident, the manufacturer may be held liable for the injuries and damages suffered. In such a case, due to the complex nature of auto product liability litigation, it would be beneficial for an injured consumer to contact an experienced New Jersey defective auto design injury lawyer.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a traffic accident due to defective auto manufacturing or design, the attorneys at Blume Goldfaden can advise you on the merits of your potential claim and the best possible course of action for your situation. Call us at 973-635-5400 to schedule a no-cost consultation.

Toyota Cars Investigated for Engine Stalling Problems

Personal Injury Lawyer — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 13:00:03 +0000

Federal safety officials at the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have launched an investigation with regard to problems of engine stalling in Toyota Matrix and Toyota Corolla models. According to an article from bloomberg.com, the NHTSA document cited 26 complaints of the engines in these vehicles stalling suddenly. Some of the complaints said the stalling occurred when the drivers were on highways or passing through intersections.

The troubled automaker recently issued a massive auto product defect recall involving 4.2 million Toyota and Lexus vehicles. Those models had sudden acceleration problems, which were related to defective design of the accelerator pedal. Toyota also recently recalled 110,000 Tundra pickup trucks because of a rust problem that could cause the spare tire to fall out of its well, creating a hazard for other vehicles on the roadway.

Engine stalling, sudden acceleration, and, other auto product defects, are extremely hazardous, and, can result in motor vehicle accidents resulting in devastating injuries to occupants of vehicles. Those injured and their families may incur significant expenses related to medical/hospital treatment, rehabilitation and other therapies. In many cases, those injured and/or their family members may not be able to return to their jobs, or, be gainfully employed again.

If you have been injured as a result of a vehicle defect or malfunction, please contact the New Jersey auto design defects lawyers at Blume Goldfaden. We have an in-house medical doctor and access to resources which enable us to comprehensively handle complex legal and medical issues pertaining to auto product liability cases. We always offer a no-cost consultation, and, will evaluate your potential auto products liability case to determine if there claim is viable. Call us at 973-635-5400.

Source:http://www.bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601110&sid=aUWAF1nTVw1U