Man Killed in Accident at State Hwy 29 in Burnet County, TX

Authorities in Burnet County, TX, are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred on March 4, 2025, around12:45 p.m. on State Highway 29. Officials are saying a Dodge Ram 1500 was traveling northwest when it failed to maintain its lane, left the roadway, and struck a tree. The 47-year-old driver sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. Faulty evasive action and failure to drive in a single lane were contributing factors. Additional information was not available.

Could an auto defect have caused this accident?

Most people would be surprised to learn how often an automotive defect plays a role in an accident. Sometimes, the defect causes the accident, and sometimes, it merely makes the injuries worse. Below is a list of the known issues that federal regulators have drawn the public’s attention to.

Also, note that some issues are not specific to a make and model but are problems that generally affect the automotive industry and warrant investigation.

Most commonly reported issues: Dodge Ram 1500 *

*There is no way to know whether a vehicle defect contributed to a crash, injury, or death without an examination of the vehicle by a qualified expert. Potential vehicle issues cited here are based upon recalls issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a part of the United States Department of Transportation.