10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
890 miles

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problem #1

Oct 182005

Wrangler 4WD 6-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 890 miles
Vehicle is a 2004 Jeep Wrangler 4X4 purchased 12/04. Debris accumulated under the skid plate, apparently ignited by exhaust system. I smelled and saw smoke and had a fire extinguisher which I used to put out the fire. Engine wiring harness damaged by the fire, repairs about $2,000. Skid plate design allows debris to come in front of skid plate but not be blown out the back or bottom. I bought the Jeep in part for its offroad capabilities, but am afraid to use it now.

- Lytle, TX, USA

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