Vehicle was parked in a parking garage and without cause the vehicle busted into flames. The parking attendant notified the fire department. After extinguishing the fire the fire department stated that the cause was electrical. *ak
1997 Chrysler Cirrus: fire, smoke or burning smell
5 of the 69 complaints about the 1997 Chrysler Cirrus describe fire, smoke or burning smell.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 7%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 10 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below
Fire, smoke or burning smell by model year
- 200017
- 19991
- 19983
- 19975
- 19963
- 19951
What owners say
While driving home last night my 1997 chrysler cirrus stopped running and then burst into flames.
While driving 10 MPH, flames were bursting from rear left speaker. Fire department put out fire. Factory representative determined that fire was caused by wiring of rear brakes getting hot. Damage to vehicle was $ 5000.00, no injuries.*ak consumer adds chyrsler has denied any responsibility.
While parked in driveway vehicle caught on fire. Vehicle was totaled. Caus eof fire undetermined.
Consumer was awakened by car alarm at approx 3:00 am. Noticed vehicle was on fire; flames were coming from underneath hood ,through windshield, that completly melted down, engine completely burnt, and one tire blew. Fire department had to unattach hood to stop fire. *ak possible engine failure.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Return: Wiring Assy
- Inspect and Return: Solenoid Module
- 1NT30XDVAC
- P/n CBSZR068AA
- Subject regarding airbag / clock spring service for various models including 2002 model year jeep liberty
- Subject regarding wire splice repairs
- This bulletin provides a revised wire splice procedure and related parts
- INFORMATION REGARDING the federal safety agency AUTHORIZED AIRBAG DEACTIVATION FOR MEDICAL NECESSITY. NLM
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1997 Chrysler Cirrus fire or smoke
Is fire, smoke or burning smell a common problem on the 1997 Chrysler Cirrus?
5 of 69 owner complaints about the 1997 Chrysler Cirrus (7%) mention fire, smoke or burning smell. The model year with the most reports is 2000.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1997 Chrysler Cirrus?
There are 0 recalls and 10 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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