Danger Ahead: Motorists at Risk from Substandard Brake Parts, Suit Alleges

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Meanwhile, Midas, a major auto parts retailer, says it will be longer sell the Dura rotors because of the concerns raised by Affinia. Midas issued a release to all of its stores warning that "anyone who had a brake rotor replacement in the last year is at risk of having these lightweight rotors on their vehicle, and that these lightweight rotors could result in longer stopping distances and wheel lock-up."

Midas recommended providing customers with a free brake inspection to check for cracks in recently installed rotors, and included a list of brands that Affinia's tests identified as suspect.

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