As a result of this many people were injured or killed in accidents involving these models, leading to a series of lawsuits against Ford. The company rushed their production due to them being faced with increasing competition from Japanese automakers. They proved it was cheaper to endure the lawsuits rather than replacing each car with protective devices totaling about 15 dollars (each) total. A total of 117 lawsuits were filed against the company for the defects in the car. Ford had to recall 1.5 million Pinto's and 30,000 Bobcats for modifications.

Assume that other subcompact and mini cars made at the same time by other manufacturers had similar problems as the Fords. In light of this do you believe the outcomes you described in the answer above, were reasonable, fair and/or just? This calls for your opinion, but make sure you explain that opinion.