“When you combine the potential harm with the number of vehicles, this is one of the most serious recalls ever. This ranks right up there with the Ford Pinto recall.”
“Every consumer buying vehicles should be aware that they may be buying flooded vehicles. Just because you live in Nevada, don't think you aren't going to run into a flooded vehicle.”
“It's easy to make superficial changes to a flood-damaged car and make it look like a good vehicle. But it's very likely to be a particularly trouble-prone car over time.”
“We're delighted to see criminal penalties included in the House bill, ... The question is, what's the crime? In other words, is it as they say, a broad definition that would include situations such as Firestone, Ford Explorer, or is it very, very narrow that it is unlikely to have much impact?”
“There's been a difference in Congress. I expect to see a much more favorable Congress next year, no matter who wins. People are not going to forget Firestone/Explorer quickly.”
