NHTSA Complaint #703798 — 1994 FORD AEROSTAR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Complaint Details

ODI Number	703798
Vehicle	1994 FORD AEROSTAR
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Date of Incident	February 16, 1999
Date Filed	February 27, 1999
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	Yes
Injuries	3
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	Yes
State	CA

Consumer Description

IGNITION SWITCH SHORT CIRCUIT CAUSED WIRING TO OVERHEAT AND BURN IN STEERING COLUMN AREA.

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