Electronic Stability Control Systems (ESC) & Safety

Vehicle rollover is a leading cause of death on American roads, and can be caused by a number of factors such as tire blowout or detreading, evasive driving maneuvers, and a number of other common occurrences. People involved in rollover crashes often suffer severe injuries such as broken bones, traumatic brain damage, and even spinal cord damage and paralysis. If there were a device that was statistically proven to reduce the chance of your vehicle succumbing to rollover, wouldn't you want to know more about it?

In many newer automobiles, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) systems have been reported to reduce the probably of rollover accidents by up to 35 percent in a recent NHTSA study. When a driver is involved in a driving situation that may otherwise lead to a rollover, ESC takes control to regulate the front and rear brake output and compensate for sudden driving maneuvers. ESC also corrects over- or under-steering by regulating the flow of power from the vehicle's engine, helping keep a vehicle on the road and headed in the correct direction.

In a number of recent rollover liability lawsuits, it was successfully alleged that an Electronic Stability Control system would have potentially prevented the collision. In many cases, auto manufacturers offer ESC as an option in newer SUVs, minivans, 15-passenger vans, and other rollover-prone vehicles. Unfortunately, this life-saving safety upgrade is rarely standard in even the newest vehicles.

If you drive or plan on purchasing a vehicle known to be susceptible to rollover, it is in the best interests of your safety to insist that ESC is installed. If you were involved in an accident that may be attributed to a faulty Electronic Stability Control system, negligent auto makers and installers should be held accountable. An experienced auto accident attorney may be able to help you pursue justice and recover compensation for your damages.