Goodyear To Appeal $10 Million Hose Award

A judge in the USA has ordered Goodyear to pay almost $10 million compensation to 34 householders, for a faulty heating hose that was used in their homes. Goodyear, as manufacturer of the hose, and a now-defunct distributor of the product were found equally liable. The actual damages award against Goodyear was $4 million, with a further $5.

7 million added in interest from the date of installation of the hose. Goodyear said it will appeal the decision..