NHTSA Complaint #10024020 — 1997 FORD ESCORT AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

Complaint Details

ODI Number	10024020
Vehicle	1997 FORD ESCORT
Component	AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW
Date Filed	June 13, 2003
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	AZ

Consumer Description

WHILE TRAVELING 65-70 MPH AND WITHOUT ANY INDICATION PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, DAMAGING WINDSHIELD.*AK

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