NHTSA Complaint #529548 — 1997 FORD EXPLORER WHEELS

Complaint Details

ODI Number	529548
Vehicle	1997 FORD EXPLORER
Component	WHEELS
Date Filed	February 4, 1998
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	Yes
Fire	No
Injuries	6
Deaths	1
Vehicle Towed	No
State	GA

Consumer Description

A WHEEL FELL OFF, CAUSING VEHICLE TO LOSE CONTROL, RESULTIN GIN A COLLISION/ FATALITY AND SIX INJURIES. *AK

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