NHTSA Complaint #10123873 — 2001 FORD FOCUS

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL issue reported to NHTSA

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Crash 1 Injury Vehicle Towed

Complaint Details

ODI Number 10123873
Vehicle 2001 FORD FOCUS
Component AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Date of Incident
Date Filed
Mileage N/A miles
Crash Yes
Fire No
Injuries 1
Deaths 0
Vehicle Towed Yes
State MO

Consumer Description

I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT WHERE THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED AND CAUSED A THIRD DEGREE BURN ON MY RIGHT ARM AND STOMACH. IT IMPLODED AND BURNED A 6-8 INCH HOLE IN MY SWEATSHIRT AND JEANS.

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