The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that the vehicle caught on fire. The vehicle was parked in a residential garage when the fire started. The contact stated that the vehicle had been sitting for 6 hours prior to the fire. The fire and police departments were contacted and responded to the fire. The fire department stated that the hottest part of the fire was on the driver's side between the engine and dashboard. The vehicle was not inspected. The failure and the current mileage was unknown.

- Helotes, TX, USA

First problem was the vehicle would not crank. The vehicle had to be jumped off and then it cranked quickly. While driving the vehicle, the window control, speakers and heater would go in/ out of operation. The speakers in all four doors would go out then come back on at different times. Sometimes they would work all at once, other times one, two or even three may come on and off. The heater would come on blowing some times then cuts off again and again. The heater blower would also blow at one speed then blow at another speed without anyone changing the settings. The window controls will make the heater blow stronger, then when the window control is released it will cut the heater off. The rear passenger window controls will not work at all. The rear passengers also can not get out of the vehicle. The vehicle has to be open from the outside for individuals sitting in the second row seats. The only control that will work the rear passenger windows is the driver side control. The vehicle also has a light smoke smell coming from the vents. The passenger side door in the front will open for the passenger sometimes then at other times someone will have to open the door from the outside. The vehicle will not crank back up after been cut off, it always has to be jumped off. The battery is drained everytime the vehicle is sitting down and not being operated. The vehicle was taken to the dealership numerous times without being fixed. GM corporation was called and I was informed a recall was on some vehicles but not others. I was told that my vehicle was not listed as one thou. The dealership checked my vehicle and informed me that my vehicle didn't have any issues but then on a second request they informed me that my vehicle had a bad battery and was having firing trouble. They also informed me that I was not covered by my warranty.

- Sparta, GA, USA

Heard a ticking sound coming from engine, sounded like an exhaust leak. Took in for inspection was advised that there was a broken bolt on exhaust manifold in the rear. Was advised it was not covered under warranty or extended warranty as it fell under "exhaust" and "fastener" components that are not covered. After searching the internet, I have found that this is a very common issue. This is a fire hazard and will cause me to fail emissions when I am due, which also violates the epa laws. I live in Arizona where we do not have weather conditions that lead to rust issues. How can this be possible with such a large problem??

- Chandler, AZ, USA

Check engine light began flashing, check stabilitrak light came on, engine sputtered. This was first of 4 incidents from oil consumption issue GM has with this engine. They didn't recall the engine, but had a protocol - a series of bandaids that shops used to repair or prolong. Ultimate step is engine rebuild/replacement, which GM did under warranty for those "in the know." My dealership in small town hamilton, oh, rose Chevrolet, was dropped by GM and is now independent. Neither rose or GM informed me of this ongoing problem. After spending more than $9-- out of my own pocket, the car now needs pistons and rings, for another $3000. Again, GM knew of this issue and didn't inform me of it. Had I know about it, and the magnitude, I would have insisted on repair or replacement while under warranty. I'm a sales rep and drive a lot. The car now has 146,000 miles and I have a case number with GM. They should pay for the repair, reimburse me for my out of pocket and/or repurchase the vehicle from me.

- Hamilton, OH, USA