NHTSA Complaint #11692229 — 2018 FORD EXPLORER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11692229
Vehicle	2018 FORD EXPLORER
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Date of Incident	October 6, 2025
Date Filed	October 8, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MO

Consumer Description

Traveling 50mph, noticed smoke rolling from under the dash. Got to the side of the road. The entire dash was engulfed in fire. I had to fight my way out of the car after the doors locked. After I got out of the vehicle I called 911. Fire department came. It has been ruled as electrical. I am not sure whom I need to reach out to yet in regards to this matter and a total loss.

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