An international recall has been issued by German automaker, BMW, and affects 367,000 cars in the United States. The recall affects 1.3 million vehicles in total.

The recall comes after a problem with battery wiring was detected by several owners. The 5-and 6-Series vehicles manufactured between 2004 and 2010 are included in the recall. Owners of these defective models have been advised to discontinue use until they can have the problem fixed.

The problem is associated with connector cables and a battery located in the trunk of the vehicles. In some instances, the wiring could have been improperly completed, causing the cables to potentially overheat and spark fires. No injuries have currently been reported in regards to the recall.

If you have been injured due to a defective automobile, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Please contact the Philadelphia defective automobile lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. by calling 215-238-1130 today.

Two weeks ago, Honda announced the expansion of their recall of vehicles with the potential for airbag defects by 273,000 vehicles.  Initially, Honda recalled 603,000 vehicles.

The recall involves mostly older model vehicles.  Models include Civics, Accords, CRVs, Odysseys, Pilots, and Acuras.  Honda has asked all of its dealers to stop selling models included on the recall list until they are tested for the airbag defect.

Investigators have found that some Honda vehicles use too much pressure to inflate the airbag, sending pieces of metal and plastic around the airbag into the air and at drivers and passengers.  Honda has received reports of 12 injuries and at least 1 death related to the automobile defect.

Last week, 6 people were injured in an accident in Lower Macungie Township when the right rear tire blew-out on a family’s sport utility vehicle.

The car accident occurred in the southbound lanes of the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike at around 11:20 on Monday, September 5.  The driver of the SUV lost control of the vehicle after the rear tire blew and the vehicle rolled two to three times.

Before rolling, the SUV struck a vehicle in the left lane.  No one in the second vehicle was hurt.

The SUV was carrying 3 adults and 3 children when the accident happened.  A 6-year old boy was ejected from the vehicle in the rollover accident.  All 6 people traveling in the SUV were transported to Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest for treatment of various injuries.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident caused by a defective automobile, contact the Philadelphia defective automobile lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. at 215-238-1130 to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney today.