The contact owned a 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the charging system failure warning message would flash on the instrument panel as the vehicle would simultaneously reduce its power. Soon after the warning light dissipated, the vehicle would resume normal driving operation. The contact then stated that while driving at 35 mph, the vehicle began to emit a black smoke from the engine without warning. As the contact began to make a left turn, a flame ignited from the driver side of the engine and the contact immediately parked and exited the vehicle. The contact then called the authorities and the fire department extinguished the fire. A fire report was filed at the scene. No injuries were reported as a result of fire. The dealer nor the manufacturer had yet to be notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 189,363. The consumer stated she still has the vehicle in her posession.

- Indianapolis, IN, USA

My 2007 Chevy Uplander has become unsafe. Multiple mechanics have given different guesses as to what the problem may be. When driving, if I stop at a stop sign or red light, or even during stop-go traffic, the van will suddenly jerk when I go to accelerate. Sometimes the jerk is incredibly forceful as if I have been hit from behind. Two mechanics have recommended a complete transmission replacement but say that they have had similar complaints from other owners of the same make/model vehicle. Because the van does this, it is hard to accelerate immediately from a stopping point. This causes unsafe driving/traffic conditions as I can not be certain my van will immediately accelerate when needed.

- Dexter, MI, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. While the contact's partner was driving 55 mph, the contact heard a pinging noise and the check engine indicator illuminated. The driver pulled off the freeway and onto a side street where the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the engine was faulty, but did not provide any further information. The vehicle was then towed to the contact's home where it was inspected by an independent mechanic. The mechanic wrote in his report that fine granules in the coolant reservoir indicated that temporary block seal had been utilized, which indicated previous failures with the engine. The contact did not know the specific cause of the failure. The contact stated that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000.

- Waipahu, HI, USA

Since winter of 2012, I have replaced 3 thermostats, 2 heater coils, flushed radiator numerous times and still have no heat. Mechanic is beside himself for an answer. The radiator gets plugged up with what looks like mud, which results in another radiator flush. He says radiator is ok because it's not overheating. What am I to do? I love my van but want heat. Please help sincerely

- Sevierville, TN, USA

The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Uplander. While driving approximately 5 mph, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted after a few attempts. The failure recurred several times intermittently. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

- Green, NY, USA

Driving at 75 mph cooper tire blew out causing outer wall to whip around causing body damage and engine damage before falling off and damaging wheel.

- Cedar Park, TX, USA