NHTSA Complaint #11515133 — 2021 GMC YUKON XL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11515133
Vehicle	2021 GMC YUKON XL
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	March 31, 2023
Date Filed	April 3, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	Yes
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MI

Consumer Description

Large fire started at rear of car. Car was parked on driveway and no one was inside. Noticed a burning smell before fire started. Could not locate any smoke. Vehicle rear burst into flames 20 minutes later. Fire department responded quickly and was able to put out the fire before it reached the house. Vehicle is totaled. Vehicle was inspected by fire department and police after fire was extinguished. They believe the fire was electrical. Vehicle is currently being inspected by insurance company. No warning lamps or messages appeared. Rear windshield wiper stopped working 2 weeks prior to fire.

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