Motorcycle Defects and Recalls in Burbank

As a skilled and conscientious motorcyclist, you know that maintaining your bike keeps you safe, which extends to those with whom you share the road. But, what if your motorcycle has a design or manufacturing flaw you are not aware of, and an accident happens? Hopefully, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or the manufacturer may issue a recall before that happens.

The dealer that sold you the bike or the maker of the bike may notify you of a recall, or you could check the recall list that the NHTSA publishes on its website. If the defect manifests itself while you are cruising at higher speeds, you could be severely injured or killed after losing control. You should stay vigilant about motorcycle defects and recalls in Burbank, but if a flaw causes you to crash, call the experienced motorcycle accident attorneys at Block LLP. We are devoted to fighting for your future.

Manufacturers and Motorcycle Recalls

As reported on the NHTSA website, some Suzuki, Ducati, and Honda motorcycles were recently recalled. California product liability law requires manufacturers to inform the public and, especially, consumers who have purchased these bikes and others on the recall list with information about:

• What the defect is
• Why the bike is being recalled
• The models or equipment subject to recall
• How the defect may be corrected
• The time frame to complete the repairs

Manufacturers are expected to make a reasonable effort to notify buyers directly. They traditionally check California motorcycle registration information and their dealer sales records to determine buyers who should be notified. They also notify their distributors when a motorcycle part is deemed defective.

If you have been injured in Burbank and find your bike on a motorcycle defects and recalls list, call our legal team to support your claim for compensation.

Duty To Repair

The National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 specifies that motorcycle manufacturers must repair defects discovered in their products and conduct the work free of charge.

Failing to repair these flaws that manufacturers are aware of is evidence to support a product liability lawsuit if you are injured because your defective and recalled motorcycle caused an accident in Burbank. Bikers should consult an experienced personal injury attorney for compassionate and tenacious representation.

Defective Product Lawsuits

Lawsuits filed for injuries caused by defective motorcycles are based on product liability under the doctrines of negligence, strict liability, or breach of warranty.

Our attorneys prove negligence by introducing evidence that the manufacturer or designer had a duty to deliver a safe product to consumers but did not, even when they knew or should have known it was unsafe. If the defect causes injuries, negligence is established.

Strict liability claims are based on products that are defective even though the manufacturer or designer was not negligent.

Express or implied breach of warranty claims arise when manufacturers expressly make specific claims that the buyer relies on or when manufacturers imply by offering the product for sale that it is safe if used as intended.

A knowledgeable personal injury lawyer will know what doctrine to rely on in a motorcycle defect and recall case in Burbank.

Contact Our Attorneys To Get Results in Motorcycle Defect and Recall Cases in Burbank

A maintained motorcycle with a dangerous defect you are unaware of could be dangerous and lead to a devastating accident that injures you. By law, manufacturers must inform you about defects they discover. If they fail to do so, this could lead to a product liability action.

You could be entitled to compensation for your medical care, rehabilitation, lost wages, pain, and loss of enjoyment of life, as well as damage to your motorcycle. Call our team now to learn about motorcycle defects and recalls in Burbank and how we could help you pursue a legal claim.