| Issue ID | 730440 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10276367 |
| Manufacurer | CHRYSLER LLC |
| Brand | JEEP |
| Model | WRANGLER 2-DR 4X4 |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 29/06/09 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tl*the contact owns a 2009 jeep wrangler 4x4. The contact stated that there was no heat shield underneath the exhaust system. While driving at an unknown speed, he detected smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. He pulled the vehicle over and noticed flames. There was minor damage to the hoses and wires. The dealer recommended that the vehicle not be driven. The vehicle was then towed to a repair shop and the mechanic stated that the vehicle was designed properly. The vehicle has not been repaired. The dealer also stated that there were no recalls for this vehicle and that it was an issue for the insurance company. The failure and current mileages were 2,000. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 2000 |
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| Source of the issue | HOTLINE VOQ |
| City and State | WESTPOINT, GA |
| VIN pattern | 1J4FA24139LXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | Y |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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