Investigation Finds Used Cars Are Routinely Sold with Known, Life-Threatening Safety Defects -- Sen. Blumenthal Weighs In
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Thursday, February 18, 2021
Between 2010 and 2018, automakers in the U.S. recalled 238 million cars and light trucks due to unsafe defects.
Key Points:
- Between 2010 and 2018, automakers in the U.S. recalled 238 million cars and light trucks due to unsafe defects.
- Researchers then checked the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) database for unaddressed recalled safety defects for each.
- "This investigation's frightening findings show that urgent action is needed to ensure the safety of used cars," Blumenthal said.
- Congress must act to pass my bill the Used Car Safety Recall Repair Act and require auto-dealers to repair dangerous used cars.