Issue ID | 1128979 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10653072 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler Group LLC |
Brand | DODGE |
Model | DURANGO |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 02/11/14 |
Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owns a 2013 dodge durango. While driving approximately 30 mph, the left turn signal warning light and the parking assist error warning light illuminated. The vehicle began to decelerate. The contact managed to merge over to an emergency lane and exited the vehicle. The contact stated that while inspecting the left turn signal light, the front and rear windshield wipers activated independently, washer fluid ejected, and the horn independently beeped. Also, the contact noticed that smoke was emitting from the front end of the vehicle and the doors locked. After opening the engine compartment, the contact noticed that flames were emitting from the vehicle. The fire department was notified of the fire, however, the fire extinguished prior to their arrival. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician stated that the incident had been referred to a special investigative unit. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 23,000. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 23000 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | ELIZABETH , WV |
VIN pattern | 1C4RDJAG4DCXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | Y |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
Was part original equipment? | |
No. of injured persons | 0 |
No. of fatalities | 0 |
Date of purchase | 07/10/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 30 |
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