When Your Ride Goes Wrong: Navigating Defective Vehicle Accidents in New Mexico Imagine cruising through the stunning landscapes of New Mexico – perhaps winding through the majestic Sandia Mountains, navigating the bustling streets of Albuquerque, or enjoying the scenic route to Santa Fe. Suddenly, without warning, something goes terribly wrong with your vehicle. It’s not driver error, but a catastrophic malfunction: the brakes fail, the steering locks, an airbag deploys improperly, or a tire blows out. These are the terrifying realities of a defective vehicle accident, and in New Mexico, understanding your legal rights is crucial. Such incidents are far more than just "accidents"; they are often the result of a product liability failure where a manufacturer, distributor, or seller is responsible for placing a dangerous or defective product into the hands of consumers. When a vehicle defect causes an accident, the legal landscape shifts dramatically from a st...