William McDaniel Killed in Accident at County Rd 2766 in Blanco County, TX

Police have information on a single-vehicle crash that killed a driver at County Rd 2766 in Blanco County, TX on Police say the incident happened before 7 a.m. According to investigators, a Toyota Tacoma was eastbound on RR 2766, navigation a curve in the roadway. Reports claim the vehicle continued straight at the curve, leaving the roadway and striking a fence and pole. From there, police say the vehicle traveled through a ditch and continued until it struck a tree. Authorities say the driver, identified as 69-year-old William McDaniel, was fatally injured. Additional inforamtion 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: Toyota Tacoma*

Fuel Pump

Recall #20V012000, 20V682000

Brake Master Cylinder

Recall #18V888000

Crank Position Sensor

Recall #17V356000

*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.