Close

Tag: GM Faulty Ignition Switch Injuries

The GM ignition switch defect was permitted to linger uncorrected for more than a decade. During the time, the problem grew from one that affected, perhaps, a single vehicle line to one of the largest recalls in the history of the U.S. automotive industry. The recall resulted in millions of defective vehicle and, tragically, 124 deaths along with many life-altering injuries. In light of the scope and scale of the defect, GM CEO Mary Barra was contrite and stated that the mistakes that led to this problem, “should never have happened.” (more…)