What It Means
Crash reports are a subset of safety complaints where the complainant indicates the defect resulted in a crash. These are given higher weight in safety analysis because they demonstrate real-world consequences of potential defects. NHTSA tracks crash involvement as a factor in deciding whether to open investigations.
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What does "Crash Report" mean?
A complaint that involves an actual vehicle crash, potentially caused by a safety defect.
Why does Crash Report matter for vehicle safety?
Crash reports are a subset of safety complaints where the complainant indicates the defect resulted in a crash. These are given higher weight in safety analysis because they demonstrate real-world consequences of potential defects. NHTSA tracks crash involvement as a factor in deciding whether to op...
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