Recent investigations by ABC News and its affiliates have found that there may be startling numbers of defective tires on roadways across the United States. According to the reports, over five million tires have been recalled in the country since the year 2000, and approximately four million of those tires may still be in use on the nation’s roads. This disturbing assertion comes in the wake of additional information which suggests that within six years of manufacture, tires begin to disintegrate, whether they have been used or not.

We recommend that you check your tires for the manufacture date in an effort to help determine whether or not they are safe to continue using. Additionally, it is a good idea to check your tires to see if they have been part of a recall. Some may believe that having acquired their tires from national retailers, such as Sam’s Club, means that the tires are safe. In fact, several national tire sellers have been sued for selling recalled tires, and servicing recalled tires but failing to inform the cars’ owners of the dangers.

The most serious danger posed by a defective tire is that it will literally disintegrate while you drive. This situation has happened to numerous owners of defective recalled tires, with serious injury and death sometimes being the result. As such, it is highly recommended that, in the case you suffer a tire blowout, you keep the tire and check it against national recall registries.

If you, or someone you know, we’re seriously injured as a result of a blown out tired, contact the Asheville accident attorney of the Dan Pruitt Injury Law Firm at (864) 280-7660 today to schedule your free consultation, or contact us online.