Underhood Wiring problems of the 1996 Toyota Corolla

Two problems related to underhood wiring have been reported for the 1996 Toyota Corolla. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Underhood Wiring problem

Failure Date: 11/13/2001

After trying to start vehicle engine was making some noises, and consumer decided to turn vehicle off. When doing so, vehicle sounded like it was on. Afterward, vehicle caught on fire. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.

2 Underhood Wiring problem

Consumer pulled the vehicle into the garage and took the key out of the ignition, engine continued to run, and consumer noticed smoke coming from under the hood. Contacted the fire department. They came and extinguished the fire. Fire department determined that a malfunction within the wiring harness caused the fire.


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