NHTSA Complaint #11429903 — 2009 CHEVROLET HHR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11429903
Vehicle	2009 CHEVROLET HHR
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	July 28, 2021
Date Filed	August 20, 2021
Mileage	145,853 miles
Crash	No
Fire	Yes
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	LA

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that after parking, a popping noise was present coming from inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact discovered flames coming from the interior roof dome lights. The contact used water to extinguish the flames. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 145,853.

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