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Date: July 31, 2014 <\/strong>
\n Name: What to do During a Recall<\/strong><\/p>\n

Vehicle recalls are at an all time high. Last year, nearly 22 million vehicles were flagged for recalls. Based on that figure, you might have been one of those people affected by a vehicle recall notice. That can be a major concern, not just because it\u0092s an inconvenience, but also because you could be driving a vehicle that\u0092s not safe. So how do you handle that recall notice when you get it in the mail?<\/p>\n

First of all, keep in mind that recalls are often just precautionary. It doesn\u0092t mean that your car is dangerous or it\u0092s about to break down. It just means that a problem in the manufacturing process has been identified and might become a problem for you. The recall might be a completely voluntary measure by the automaker, or it might have been mandated by the federal government.<\/p>\n

Next, you\u0092ll want to confirm that it\u0092s your year and model car that was actually affected. Check out your vehicle at safecar.gov to verify. Recalls are often busy times for automakers and it is possible that your car is not actually subject to the recall notice.<\/p>\n

If it is under recall, you need to find out if you\u0092re eligible for free repairs or replacement. If your vehicle is less than 10 years old from the date of purchase, then the automaker must repair, replace or provide a refund for the purchase price. If it\u0092s older than ten years, you might be expected to pay for the repairs out of pocket.<\/p>\n

After that, the automaker will have a grace period with which to create a plan of action for your recalled vehicle. Many dealers will do this right away, but keep in mind that they aren\u0092t required to do anything until the official cut off date.<\/p>\n

Finally, if you\u0092re having a problem getting the company to handle your recall, you should contact the dealer\u0092s service manager and give them a copy of the recall notice. If they refuse to act, you should contact the manufacturer directly. You can also file a complaint with the NHTSA if you feel you are not being treated fairly.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind that this recall information only applies before you have problems with the vehicle. However, if a defect in the manufacturing process causes you to get into an accident, you might want to talk to an attorney regarding product liability.<\/p>\n

Oregon, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers are all responsible for the safety of their products. If you or a loved one has experienced an accident due to a defect in the manufacturing process, contact an Oregon product liability attorney<\/a> to protect your rights.<\/p>\n

You can seek compensation for injuries from:<\/p>\n