Getting dangerous cars and trucks fixed: How you can help

Matthew Dolan, Detroit Free Press
·2 min read

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Detroit remains the epicenter of the auto industry and many of us have special insight into the safety of its cars and trucks.

And that's where you come in.

We'd like to hear from people who have experience with the nation's vehicle recall system and its consequences. That includes car and truck owners, government officials, and employees at auto makers, suppliers and dealerships and so many many. Our journalism is always propelled by the people who share their observations, advice and inside knowledge with us.

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