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Electrical Fires: Frequency
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Electrical Fires: Frequency
Experts demonstrate widely varying opinions regarding the potential and frequency of the electrical system as a source of vehicle fires. Differences may be due to variation in sample selection, category definition, or investigator judgment and bias.
| Study | Cause | Percentage | Notes | Source |
| Ahrens, M., 2005 [1] | Short circuit (worn insulation) | 4.3% | Factors contributing to ignition | 1999-2001, NFIRS and NFPA survey |
| Short circuit (mechanical damage) | 2.4% | |||
| Short (other) | 15.9% | |||
| Other electrical | 6.4% | |||
| Fray, M., 1991 [2] | Electrical | 27% | 1988 cases | Cars, UK, includes few percent collision fires |
| Powell, A.H. 1989 [3] | Electrical | 40% | Non-deliberate | UK Home Office |
References
Ahrens, M., “An Overview of the U.S. Highway Vehicle Fire Problem,” SAE 2005-01-1420, 2005.
Fray, M., Southall, D., Galer, I.A.R., Reducing the Risk of Non-Electrical Car Fires, SMMT, UMTRI - 82645, 1991.
Powell, A.H., "Review of the Electrical Causes of Fires in Cars," ERA Report 89-0047, February 1989.
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