Pueblo Family Seeks Justice After Fatal F-350 Roof Collapse Claims Colorado Father's Life
A Colorado family is demanding accountability from Ford Motor Company following the tragic death of Pueblo resident Steven Horn in what they allege was caused by a defective truck roof design. The lawsuit, filed Thursday in Oklahoma, brings attention to vehicle safety concerns affecting thousands of Colorado truck owners.
The fatal incident occurred in March when Horn's Ford F-350 pickup truck rolled over on an Oklahoma highway. According to court documents, while Horn's wife and daughter survived the crash and managed to escape from the passenger side, the driver's side roof catastrophically collapsed, resulting in Horn's death.
Impact on Colorado's Truck-Driving Community
This case holds particular significance for Colorado's large truck-owning population, especially in rural and ranching communities where heavy-duty pickups like the F-350 are essential for daily work and transportation. The Pikes Peak region alone has thousands of Ford truck owners who could potentially be affected by these safety concerns.
"The lawsuit alleges Ford was aware of the roof defects but failed to take action - a claim that raises serious safety questions for Colorado families who depend on these vehicles for work and transportation in our challenging mountain terrain," according to court documents.
Legal Action and Family's Quest for Justice
Jamie Horn, the deceased's wife, is pursuing damages from Ford through legal action. The case highlights critical vehicle safety issues that could affect Colorado's:
- Working families who rely on heavy-duty trucks
- Ranching and agricultural communities
- Construction and trades workers
- Mountain and rural residents who frequently travel challenging terrain
- Working families who rely on heavy-duty trucks
- Ranching and agricultural communities
- Construction and trades workers
- Mountain and rural residents who frequently travel challenging terrain
The tragedy has sparked discussions among Colorado's automotive safety experts and consumer advocates about the broader implications for vehicle safety standards, particularly for vehicles operating in the state's diverse and often challenging driving conditions.
Colorado truck owners concerned about their vehicle's safety can verify their vehicle's information and any outstanding recalls through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's recall database.
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