Third engine compartment fire on 1996 Dodge P/U w/ deisel engine. I reported to dot on 11-Jul-2000 after the second fire. See your reference no 865223. This makes three times the driver could not turn engine off, wiring harnesses overheated causing engine compartment fire.

- Angels Camp, CA, USA

Vehicle was being used to plow snow. Vehicle was moving forward at a very slow rate ( approx 1 mph) and vehicle erupted in flames. Driver had to exit through a wall of flame and within less than a minute, cab was completely engulfed in fire. Vehicle completely destroyed in less than five minutes. Fire appeared to originate from beneath the cab, exact origin unknown. Vehicle will be kept on the premises until we hear from you. Our insurance adjuster has inspected the vehicle for insurance purposes but we have major safety concerns about this vehicle and would like to know what caused the fire. There was no service recently performed on the vehicle other than routine oil changes etc. The vehicle seemed to be running normally right up to the time that the vehicle caught fire.

- Bloomsburg, PA, USA

Truck started with no key-jumped a barrier-rammed a building-caught on fire;

- Stinson Beach, CA, USA

Front coil spring broke, which caused front end to drop. There is a recall for this problem, but this vehicle is not included although it has the same problem. Also, occupant received a recall for the wiring harness which he never had repaired, and lost the recall notice. Manufacturer stated that this vehicle was not included in wiring harness recall. Also, 5th gear quit for the second time, first time covered under extended warranty, this time owner must pay for repair. Chrysler has issued an updated nut for this problem.

- Sonoma, CA, USA

While driving vehicle the steering wheel and column caught on fire. Dealer says it was due to a short in wiring harness.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

Driving truck down the road, stopped at a stop light and noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood. Got out of truck, pulled hood up and noticed that the fire retarding pad was on fire. Truck had to be towed to a mechanic, has not determined was caused the fire.

- Gresham, OR, USA

While driving vehicle caught on fire. Fire started on the driver's side under the hood, near electrical harness. Fire was 3 feet high. Owner was slightly hurt.

- Tumwater, WA, USA

Smoke noticed during operation coming from underneath the hood, resulting in the burning of the padding under the hood.

- Brazoria, TX, USA

Wiring harness under the hood caught fire.

- Laredo, TX, USA

Insulation from under the hood burnt. During vehicle operation.

- Brazoria, TX, USA