NHTSA Complaint #10443837 — 2003 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA
SEATS issue reported to NHTSA
Fire 1 Injury
Complaint Details
| ODI Number | 10443837 |
| Vehicle | 2003 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA |
| Component | SEATS |
| Date of Incident | |
| Date Filed | |
| Mileage | 110,092 miles |
| Crash | No |
| Fire | Yes |
| Injuries | 1 |
| Deaths | 0 |
| Vehicle Towed | No |
| State | MI |
Consumer Description
MY 2003 JETTA SEAT CAUGHT ON FIRE WHILE DRIVING HOME. I WAS USING MY SEAT HEATER AT THE TIME. I WAS BURNED ON MY LEG.
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