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The company said Monday a few minor injuries were associated with the six separate recalls and owners would be notified of the problems by mail. |
Actually, we don't have any choice in the matter. Even slight injuries can end up in millions of dollars going out in lawsuits. There is no protection whatsoever for manufacturers, other than to immediately have a recall.
That is why we hear about recalls for possibly defective lamp bulbs and other very minor items.
GM issues recall on fire risk
General Motors said Tuesday it was recalling about 1.5 million vehicles worldwide to address a problem with a heated windshield wiper fluid system that could lead to a fire, its second recall over the issue in two years. Ref. Source 7
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