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Toyota Didn’t Properly Investigate Death Involving Acceleration Issue

March 3, 2010 - Boston, Mass. - Family members of Juanita Grossman, an elderly woman who died after slamming her 2003 Toyota Camry into a wall in a fatal 2004 crash, have expressed frustration that the car manufacturer failed to properly investigate the unintended acceleration issue at the time of the crash.

The Camry unintended acceleration issue is at the center of the current Toyota recall drama that is playing out around the world. The manufacturer has recalled millions of vehicles, impacting the safety and peace of mind of millions of consumers.

According to Safety Research & Strategies, Inc. rescue crews responding to the 2004 crash noted that Juanita Grossman's feet were firmly planted on the brake pedal even after the car accident. This could be taken to mean that Juanita Grossman tried to stop the car, but to no avail.

A Toyota official was called to the scene of the fatal accident to analyze the evidence. Witnesses say that he performed a visual inspection, but failed to conduct a more technological test. He claimed that the gas pedal was bent, though family members and other witnesses said that it was not.

This response shows a failure early on by Toyota to accept responsibility for the acceleration issue that is now considered to be widespread. Additionally, the speed of the crash was never investigated, no witnesses were sought, and there was no further mention of the fact that rescue crews had found Grossman's feet on the brakes. Such mistakes were repeated in later cases involving Toyota Camrys.

If you have been involved in a car accident involving a recalled Toyota, you may have grounds for a class action lawsuit. The Massachusetts class action attorneys at Phillips & Garcia will fight for your rights in your class action case. We are committed to protecting your best interests and helping you collect the damages you need and deserve to move on with your life. If you have been injured in a Massachusetts accident, contact Phillips & Garcia today to schedule your FREE legal consultation - (877) 892-5620.

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