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2023-10-12 13:40:09 UTC - NOT_HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: 4B8DBBC126EA971B9FEACE4ED2D6F304C5CF24743CDA8CDDF8C140FFFC6990E3
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There have been many instances of diesel engined vehicles causing fires due to the intense temperatures in their DPF (Diesel Particulate Filters) which are part of the exhaust emission control system. https://www.theguardian.com/money/2019/nov/16/how-can-my-bmw-burst-into-flames-despite-regular-servicing Some manufacturers have even had to recall vehicles. https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/cars/1281143/toyota-car-recall-land-cruiser-exhaust-dpf-fire-risk
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