A company that learns of a defect in its product may issue a public recall to halt the distribution of the product and to urge customers to return any product they have already purchased. In many cases, a recall represents the right thing to do.
A product recall does not automatically wipe away the company’s liability for harm done by its products, however. However, issuing a recall also does not automatically make the manufacturer liable for injuries that have occurred.
Speak with an experienced Philadelphia product liability injury lawyer today to learn about your rights after suffering injuries caused by a recalled defective product.