A vehicle fire reportedly took place on Thursday, January 7th in Newhall Pass. Los Angeles County Fire Department was the first responder at the scene. The incident happened between Interstate 5 and Highway 14 at about 6:00 p.m. It is unknown how the vehicle fire suddenly came about. Nevertheless, the fire caused severe damage to the nearby area, burning off at least 10 acres of vegetation. No building structures were damaged during this incident. It is unknown if the vehicle was occupied at the time. No injuries were reported. Authorities are still investigating the cause of the vehicle fire.

Can Vehicle Fires Be Caused by the Manufacturer’s Error?

There are various factors that can cause a vehicle fire. Collision, improper maintenance, or even a bad product. If you suspect that the latter is the main contributor for the reason as to why your vehicle went up in flames, you should know that as the vehicle’s owner, you have the right to pursue a product liability claim against either the car dealership where you bought your vehicle or the manufacturer of the vehicle you own. To know more about what this process entails, call us today at (800) 310-1606 to get a free consultation on your case with one of our experienced vehicle fire lawyers.

Source: Signal SCV