Hi Ken,
Actually, that car has never been in the shop since I've owned it,
except to have new brakes put on. It was over 100,000 miles without a
hitch. And I am not the biggest stickler when it comes to vehicle
maintenance.
I'm not sure if this is going to be worth pursuing -- though the
existence of media footage and photos might be enough to tweak the
conscience of a bean-counting corporate lawyer. I'll have to call
around to some more attorneys to see if there's anyone willing to take
the case. There just aren't a whole lot of them in my area, and the one
I think most likely to take the case is -- well, let's just say there's
some bad blood between us. I once worked for him, and the split wasn't
amicable.
I'll weigh my options. I doubt they'll be doing anything to the car in
the next couple of days.
Thanks for the advice. I'll keep you posted as events warrant.
-- Walt
On 10/28/2010 7:39 PM, Ken Waller wrote:
Kenneth Waller
http://www.pentaxphotogallery.com/kennethwaller
----- Original Message ----- From: "Walter Gilbert" <[email protected]>
Subject: Re: OT: Just when things were going well...
Thank you, Ecke!
I ran a VIN search, and found out there's a flaw in the design of the
power steering assist hose on my car -- which stands to reason, as
I'd noticed the past few times I'd driven it that there was a slight
whine whenever I made a hard turn.
http://is.gd/gp67C
Apparently, it's known to cause underhood fires like the one I had.
Now, it's a matter of finding what to do about it. I called an
attorney friend of mine, but he doesn't work in that are of the law.
So, I need to do a bit more research to find out where to go next.
Was any repair done to the car recently? Are you the original owner?
Did you receive a recall notice?
Take your Vehicle Identification Number to a Chrysler dealer and get
copies of any recall notices.
If you're going to pursue this you need to preserve the remains.
Ideally, you should have a vehicle fire expert examine the vehicle,
this will cost $100 to 250/hour.
Photograph the underhood remains. Do nut disturb the evidence.
It sounds like you may have a case here given the recalls on the car.
Be advised that without a vehicle for the manufacturer to examine, you
have a tough road to hoe and in any event it will take time and effort
on your part to see any return on your effort.
If you pursue this legally, get a lawyer that handles product
liability, ideally one who has handled identical cases, a web search
should help you find one.
Good luck, I hope it pans out for you.
Thanks again.
-- Walt
On 10/28/2010 2:47 PM, eckinator wrote:
http://www.motortrend.com/cars/1999/plymouth/breeze/recalls/index.html
recall number 09E043000 "THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE FIRE."
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