NHTSA Complaint #11447593 — 2012 VOLKSWAGEN EOS ENGINE

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11447593
Vehicle	2012 VOLKSWAGEN EOS
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	January 14, 2022
Date Filed	January 15, 2022
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	Yes
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MN

Consumer Description

The motor abruptly shut off while driving. Within 20 seconds the inside of the car filled with smoke and shortly thereafter there were visible flames seen through the front grill. Fire spread and fully engulfed the car. Flames extended 20 feet. Fire dept and police responded. The vehicle was a total loss.

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