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The contact owns a 2002 Toyota Echo. The contact stated that a burning odor was present inside the vehicle while driving. The contact soon discovered smoke coming from the rear window brake light. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the rear window brake light socket and housing, which were made of plastic, had both melted from the heat of the light bulb. The failure was not repaired. The contact removed the light bulb from the socket. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 70,000. Updated 06/10/14 MA the consumer purchased the parts and vehicle has since been repaired.
- Honolulu, HI, USA
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- Honolulu, HI, USA