NHTSA Complaint #10222735 — 2003 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER issue reported to NHTSA
Fire 1 Injury
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 10222735 |
| Vehicle | 2003 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA |
| Component | SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:SEAT HEATER/COOLER |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 55,000 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | Yes |
| Injuries | 1 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | IA |
Consumer Description
THE HEATED SEATS IM MY 2003 VW JETTA STARTED TO CATCH ON FIRE. *TR
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