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But will you sue them if you get hurt and you find out the part was a known failure mode and eligible for a recall?



Sure, why not?

This isn't some dichotomy: either collect data behind peoples backs, or have no way to reach out when there are recalls.

An alternative option: provide an easy, obvious way to subscribe to such notifications.


That's my point. They're likely doing it to minimize exposure risk for lawsuits.




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