# 2012 VOLKSWAGEN EOS — ENGINE
> NHTSA complaint `1788452` · 2022-01-15 · Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
## Severity
- **Deaths:** 0
- **Injured:** 0
- **Fire:** Yes
- **Crash:** No
- **Police report:** No
- **Medical attention:** No
- **Vehicle towed:** No
## Vehicle
- **Make:** VOLKSWAGEN
- **Model:** EOS
- **Year:** 2012
- **Manufacturer:** Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.
- **Component:** ENGINE
- **Speed:** 45 mph
## Narrative
The motor abruptly shut off while driving. Within 20 seconds the inside of the car filled with smoke and shortly thereafter there were visible flames seen through the front grill. Fire spread and fully engulfed the car. Flames extended 20 feet.  Fire dept and police responded. The vehicle was a total loss.
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