"Burrito de EJ25" (alexcarrillo01)
07/20/2014 at 21:09 • Filed to: None
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"Burrito de EJ25" (alexcarrillo01)
07/20/2014 at 21:09 • Filed to: None | 1
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My mom, dad, and two younger siblings took off early this morning for a week long trip to Denver. They only made it to Utah. My mom's 2011 Chrysley 300 (identical to the one pictured) broke down on the side of the road.
I suspect the alternator failed. They said they lost power to everything. They couldn't even close the windows to stop the salt-on-the-wound rainstorm from getting into the cabin. They said they briefly regained power, were able to start the car, and then promptly shut it down because reasons.
A cop pulled my dad over for speeding prior to it breaking down and commented on the car smelling like burning.
They called roadside assistance and I believe they're on route to pick them up from the middle of nowhere Utah. Luckily the car is still a few months from being out of warranty.
I hope they're not stuck in Utah for too long, and I hope that Chrysler does the decent thing and sets them up with a hotel room and loaner, at least for duration of the repairs (Subaru does this), because fuck this shit.
Anyone got any ideas on what's up?
UPDATE 7:24PM PST: Tow truck is an hour away. They've still got power. Car does start, so I'm sure it isn't the alternator now.
They're using the car to keep phones charged.
jkm7680
> Burrito de EJ25
07/20/2014 at 21:13 |
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Now, I'll bet your WRX would not have left you stranded.
How many miles did it have on it? That's strange for such a new car to just break down.
yamahog
> Burrito de EJ25
07/20/2014 at 21:13 |
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Sorry to hear that, maybe the belt went? Are they at altitude as well?
Arben72
> Burrito de EJ25
07/20/2014 at 21:16 |
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Sounds like an electrical short, gl getting it found quickly.
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Burrito de EJ25
> Burrito de EJ25
07/20/2014 at 21:18 |
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When a car is disabled and leaves you stranded (especially in that environment), not only do you lose trust in that car, you lose trust in the entire brand. I know it's not rational for one to paint the entire brand with such a broad brush stroke, but can you really blame anyone?
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Burrito de EJ25
> yamahog
07/20/2014 at 21:19 |
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I'm not sure. They want to limit their conversations to preserve cell phone battery at least until the tow arrives.
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Burrito de EJ25
> jkm7680
07/20/2014 at 21:20 |
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26k, I believe.
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jkm7680
> Burrito de EJ25
07/20/2014 at 21:26 |
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Then that's really strange. Hopefully it'll get sorted out soon.
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Burrito de EJ25
> jkm7680
07/20/2014 at 21:28 |
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It's a Sunday. I highly doubt it'll even be looked at today.
This has really thrown a monkey wrench into their vacation. :(
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jkm7680
> Burrito de EJ25
07/20/2014 at 21:30 |
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Ah man, that really sucks. Sorry to hear it.
JGrabowMSt
> Burrito de EJ25
07/20/2014 at 22:01 |
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If someone smelled burning, then a circuit likely went. There isnt much to impede the belt. As for what burned, not sure. It would be serious enough to be smelled. Might have picked up something under the car...
Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
> Burrito de EJ25
07/20/2014 at 22:37 |
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Whats up with everyone on Oppo going to denver? I live here, its not that special.
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Burrito de EJ25
> Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
07/20/2014 at 22:48 |
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They're exploring Colorado.
Be proud! Your state is pretty.
Though, yeah, Denver isn't that special. I went for a business trip not too long ago. It's a cute little city filled with like 90% Subarus, but it pales in comparison to the natural beauty that surrounds it.
Dsscats
> Burrito de EJ25
07/26/2014 at 19:41 |
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You're in LA, right? COme for a drive with us tomorrow.