Matthew Deluna Killed in Accident at US 59 in Polk County, TX

Police have inforamtion on a crash that killed a driver at US 59 in Polk County, TX on November 8th, 2024. Officials are saying the incident happend around 6:16 a.m. According to investigators, a Honda Insight headed southbound is alleged to have left the roadway for unknown reasons before colliding with a tree and catching fire. Authorities say the driver, identified as 18-year-old Matthew Deluna, was taken to an area hospital with injuries he later died from. Authorities did not have additional inforamtion 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: Honda Insight *

*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.