Takata manufactures air bags that are sold to automakers for installation in their vehicles.A series of Takata air bags were prone to explosion,and resulted in the recall of 19 million vehicles in the United States,8 deaths,and hundreds of injuries.When the air bags explode,they send shrapnel throughout the vehicles.
-Which of the following statements is correct about the air bag victims?

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Takata manufactures air bags that are sold to automakers for installation in their vehicles.A series of Takata air bags were prone to explosion,and resulted in the recall of 19 million vehicles in the United States,8 deaths,and hundreds of injuries.When the air bags explode,they send shrapnel throughout the vehicles.
-Which of the following statements is correct about the air bag victims?​

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The victims can recover from Takata or the auto manufacturer. Takata has a duty to ensure the safety of their products, and the automakers have a duty to sell safe vehicles. Additionally, even if there is no privity of contract between the victim and Takata, the victims can still recover under product liability laws.

Takata Manufactures Air Bags That Are Sold to Automakers for Installation