https://www.autosafety.org/nhtsa-consumer-advisory-ford-cruise-control-switch-fires/ https://www.autosafety.org/nhtsa-consumer-advisory-ford-crui... >Failure t

https://www.autosafety.org/nhtsa-consumer-advisory-ford-cruise-control-switch-fires/ https://www.autosafety.org/nhtsa-consumer-advisory-ford-crui... >Failure to have the switch disconnected could lead to a vehicle fire at any time, whether or not the key is in the ignition, and whether or not owners use the cruise control system. The safety agency said the fire danger is present regardless of the age of the vehicle, and could even occur while the vehicle is parked and unattended. Several dwelling fires have been attributed to the problem. It can happen. That one was particularly bone headed design, but yeah. (I am in no way arguing that an old recall could have been responsible for the GP's claim of 250/day, just that spontaneous ICE vehicle fires have and do happen)