Car recalls are all over the news lately. Whether you drive a Ford, Honda, Lexus, Toyota, BMW or any of several other makes, you may have experienced a recall during 2010. The recall news can be confusing. It may be difficult to determine if your car has been affected or you may have questions about what to do if your vehicle has been recalled.
Has Your Car Been Recalled?
There are a few ways in which you can determine if your particular make and model has been recalled. You can:
- Visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration website;
- Visit the website for your auto manufacturer (for example, Toyota, Ford etc.);
- Register you car with the dealer so that you are notified by mail (or email) about any future recalls; and
- Call your local dealer and ask if there are any outstanding recalls on your vehicle.
What to Do if Your Car Has Been Recalled
Many car recalls are issued because of potential safety issues. Failure to fix the problems identified with your particular vehicle could result in a catastrophic accident. Therefore, the PA auto accident lawyers of Ostroff Injury Law, recommend that everyone affected by a vehicle recall have their vehicle inspected by a reputable dealer and fixed, free of charge, to prevent future accident injuries and fatalities.


