Issue ID | 1462800 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11089973 |
Manufacurer | Hyundai Motor America |
Brand | HYUNDAI |
Model | VELOSTER |
Model Year | 2013 |
File date | 26/02/18 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Tl* the contact owned a 2013 hyundai veloster. While at a stop and depressing the accelerator pedal, an explosion was heard coming from the engine. The check engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact noticed black smoke underneath the hood and from both front tires. In addition, the contact stated that the engine burst into flames. The fire department extinguished the fire. A police report was filed and there were no injuries. The vehicle was towed to the contact |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 82000 |
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Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
City and State | GARDENA, CA |
VIN pattern | KMHTC6AE8DUXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | Y |
Was incedent reported to police? | Y |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 19/01/25 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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