NHTSA Complaint #760008 — 2000 FORD EXPLORER ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Complaint Details

ODI Number	760008
Vehicle	2000 FORD EXPLORER
Component	ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
Date of Incident	March 16, 2002
Date Filed	April 4, 2002
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	Yes
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NJ

Consumer Description

THE TRUCK BURST INTO FLAMES 2 MINUTES AFTER BEING SHUT OFF. VEHICLE COMPLETELY TOTALED.*AK

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