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Markey and Blumenthal Query NHTSA on Auto Injury and Defect Reporting Compliance

Markey and Blumenthal Query NHTSA on Auto Injury and Defect Reporting Compliance

Wednesday, July 2, 2014

In wake of GM recall, Senators introduced legislation to increase transparency and earlier reporting of auto defects

USA Today Editorial: Secret settlements vs. your safety: Our view

Selfish wishes of a few should not override public interest.

What people don’t know can hurt them — as proven repeatedly by a system of secret justice that has grown up inside the courts.

General Motors’ handling of its Chevy Cobalts with faulty ignition switches is the latest example. GM has settled several claims by victims or their loved ones — on the condition that the terms remain secret.

Markey on GM Recall: While GM Nods, NHTSA Shrugs – 6/18/14

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Contact: Giselle Barry (Markey) 202-224-2742
 
 
Lawmaker outlines years of inaction by traffic safety watchdog that led to deaths due to faulty ignition switch