Issue ID | 1637102 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11300719 |
Manufacurer | Chrysler (FCA US LLC) |
Brand | RAM |
Model | 1500 |
Model Year | 2017 |
File date | 30/12/19 |
Component | ENGINE |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | While driving down highway, check engine light and electronic throttle control service light displayed. Exited highway, drove 1-2 miles more and engine was smoking with smoke entering the cabin. Exited the truck at a safe location. Used hood release in cabin but did not open hood because i saw flames through grille. Used fire extinguisher but it just slowed the fire did not put it out. Fire consumed the engine and hood. The fire department came and put out fire. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 44022 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | SAN ANTONIO, TX |
VIN pattern | 1C6RR7NMXHSXXXXXX |
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 |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 75 |
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