Tire Defects

Tire Defect Accident Injury Claims

The tires on a car or truck are an essential component of the vehicle's stability, and when defective, poorly designed, or not used properly, these tires may cause rollovers, explosions, and blowouts, endangering the lives of vehicle occupants. If you or a member of your family was seriously injured in a car accident involving a tire defect or failed vehicle stability, you may have a claim against the manufacturer of the car or truck, the manufacturer of the tires, or both.

Attorneys at our firm, Evans & Kuhlman, have for over ten years focused on automotive product liability claims. We offer the extensive resources and level of expertise necessary to handle these difficult cases. If you would like to discuss a possible tire defect injury claim with one of our lawyers, please contact our Kansas City, Missouri, law office and make arrangements for a free consultation and case evaluation. We welcome attorney referrals and have handled defective auto equipment claims in states throughout the nation.

Accident injury claims involving tire defects:

• Tread separations and blowouts may lead to loss of stability and vehicle rollovers. These rollover accidents often result in roof crush and devastating spinal cord injuries or death.
• A tire explosion injures an auto mechanic or owner during repair of a flat tire or standard maintenance. Injuries including decapitation and blinding can result. The tire explosions are often caused by an aerosol tire sealant that contains butane or propane.
• Cars and SUVs may be provided by the manufacturer with tires that are unsafe because of size, type, or inflation.

Tire recalls due to safety factors have included tires manufactured or distributed by Firestone, (including those on the Ford Explorer 2000 models), Cooper tires, and Continental General.