The incident happened on the A19 southbound at Testo's roundabout in Boldon.
One lane is also blocked on A184 Newcastle Road, with traffic said to be heavy.
Car on fire causes A19 delays
A car fire is causing delays on the A19.
By The Newsroom
Thursday, 22nd December 2016, 9:35 am
Updated Saturday, 24th December 2016, 9:30 am