Google 5-star rating logo - Cordisco & Saile maintains a 5 star review rating across their Pennsylvania-based offices
Brain injury top 25 trial lawyers award - Cordisco & Saile has been awarded the Brain Injury Trial Lawyer Top 25 Award
BBB A+ rating logo - Cordisco & Saile is a Better Business Bureau Accredited Business with an A+ rating
Available 24/7
Free Consultation
Call Or Text
Home > Product Liability Lawyer > Faulty Fuel Pump Accidents

Faulty Fuel Pump Accident Lawsuit

The fuel pump in a car is tasked with pumping gasoline from the fuel tank to the engine in order to provide power for the car. A defective or malfunctioning fuel pump is generally associated with a car that won’t start, causing inconvenience for the driver. In some cases, however, a fuel pump will malfunction when the car is already in motion, causing the engine to shut off; this could cause the driver to lose control of the car, resulting in a catastrophic accident.

Understanding how a faulty fuel pump could lead to a wreck is imperative if you wish to seek compensation for your injuries. Faulty fuel pump lawyers from our firm can help you establish liability and recover damages. Call Cordisco & Saile LLC at 215-642-2335.

This page has been written and edited by a team of experienced legal writers . This page was approved by Managing Partner, Michael Saile who has more than 20 years of legal experience as a personal injury attorney.

This page has been written and edited by a team of experienced legal writers . This page was approved by Managing Partner, Michael Saile who has more than 20 years of legal experience as a personal injury attorney.

How can a faulty fuel pump cause an accident?

If a car is in motion and the fuel pump malfunctions, stalling the flow of gasoline, the engine will shut off automatically. But how exactly could this subsequently lead to an accident?

A variety of different functions in a car require engine power in order to operate correctly. These functions include ABS brakes and power steering, both of which, when operational, contribute to a driver’s safety.

In the case of ABS brakes, fuel pump failure and subsequent lack of engine power could make braking exceptionally difficult, leaving the driver unprepared to stop, especially when traveling at high speeds. If the power steering fails as a result of a fuel pump defect, the driver may be unable to avoid cars or other obstacles, leading to a serious accident.

What causes a defective fuel pump?

In general, a fuel pump malfunction may be the result of a design or manufacturing defect. If the fuel pump was defectively designed, then all pumps of a specific model would possess the same fault. In this case, the manufacturer may have initiated a product recall on cars with the specific fuel pumps, although this is not always the case.

A manufacturing defect signifies that the fuel pump may have been designed correctly but developed a defect during manufacturing or even shipping and handling. A lawyer can help identify what caused the malfunction and figure out which party or parties are liable.

Pennsylvania attorneys John F. Cordisco and Michael L. Saile, Jr. pictured before a transparent background
Have you suffered an injury?

We’re ready to fight for you. Take the first step towards getting the compensation you deserve.

How to Recover Compensation for Injuries Due to a Defective Fuel Pump

Claims or lawsuits filed due to defective car parts fall under product liability, which provides that the manufacturer (or anyone else along the chain of manufacturing) is liable for damages caused by the product in question. If an individual files a claim or lawsuit under products liability, however, he or she will need to show specifically that the product itself was defective and that the defect subsequently was the cause of the accident.

This can be accomplished with the help of faulty fuel pump attorneys who can speak with experts in the field, accident reconstructionists and a variety of other individuals who can shed light on the cause of the wreck.

Our Fuel Pump Defect Attorneys Can Help You Recover Compensation

At Cordisco & Saile LLC, our faulty fuel pump lawyers are prepared to help you recover damages if you have been injured due to a defective fuel pump. We will advocate on your behalf and help ensure you receive the compensation that you deserve. Reach out to us today at 215-642-2335 to schedule an initial consultation. You also can reach us via our online contact form to set up your consultation. We are prepared to help you in any way that we can.

Contact Us Today

Please fill out the quick contact form below for a fast and free case consultation. We will
contact you within 24 hours!

Award and reviews badges of experienced, award winning law firm
Contact Us For
Free Case Evaluation
down arrow
Our
Results
down arrow
Local First Responder After Truck Collision
$10,000,000

Injury & Surgery From Parking Lot Pothole Fall

$700,000

Bucks County Car Accident Victim
$1,377,000
Testimonials
down arrow
Attorneys Michael Saile and John Cordisco in suits and ties smiling confidently for the camera, exuding professionalism
Have you suffered an injury?
Call Cordisco & Saile at

215-642-2335 for a FREE consultation.