Question 5127
The main cause of accidents due to a mechanical failure of the vehicle is...
- brake problems.
- tire problems.
- steering problems.
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Correct answer: tire problems.
In crashes caused by mechanical failure, tires in poor condition are by far the most common problem. Brakes and steering also play a role, but less often. In the image, the blue passenger car is stopped on the shoulder with a blown-out rear tire.