1995 Chevrolet Blazer: fire, smoke or burning smell

Filed Feb 11, 2009 · Electrical · WI · fire

I think faulty wiring because my truck caught fire and there dealer said the was no cause in the door panel.

Filed May 21, 2006 · Electrical · 179,456 miles · NH · fire

Vehicle parked in door yard.. Caught fire in the drivers side door and dashboard melted plastic on dash.. Electrical problem.

Filed Feb 24, 2005 · Transmission · WA · fire

Consumer complaint about 1995 chevrolet blazer design flaw. *bf the transmission was installed but the seal was not replaced because the manual did not state to do so. The vehicle caught fire while the vehicle was in motion. Transmission fluid had gone into the transfer case when the seal was no good then had gone into the vent tube was designed, and placed over the hot manifold and exhaust system which caused the fire.

Filed Jan 31, 2005 · Engine, Transmission · WA · fire

While driving vehicle caught on fire. Investigation showed that fluid was overflowing out of the transfer case and traveling to the catalytic converter and exhaust system.*ak the fluid overflowed to the hot manifold and exhaust system causing the fire. The consumer stated that the transmission was replaced and the seal that connects the transfer case was not replaced. The consumer stated that when the flammable liquid from the transmission went into the transfer case the seal gave way. The consumer stated that the placement of the vent tube over the hot exhaust is a dangerous design flaw and should be recalled due to fire hazard. The consumer stated the seal was replaced and she was overcharged. The consumer would like to be reimbursed for the cost of the repair. The consumer stated that if she does not hear the public address of this problem on the news she will take the issue to the news wire personally.

Filed May 26, 2004 · Electrical · NY · fire

The vehicle was parked when the vehicle suddenly caught on fire. The fire department was called out to extinguished the fire. There were no injuries. Please provide any additional information.

Filed Sep 30, 2002 · Engine · OH

Smoke coming from the engine and then soon after the vehicle caught on fire. Contacted dealer.

Filed Jan 24, 2001 · Engine, Visibility · GA · crash

I have already made one report but since have had windshield wiper problem and dealership would do nothing and they failed and cause me to wreck my new engine that was put in 13,000 miles ago tore up...I had every rep from gmc on phone and customer service because dealership wouldnt warranty then after gmc rep came to dealership they called and told me to bring in I did and they found catalytic convertor in pieces and gaskets and clamps leaking they repaired and I picked iot up on 01/24/2001 at 7:30 am proceeded to work 50 miles from there and the engine lost all oil and caused vehicle to shut down...a man pulled me over thinking my truck was on fire....I am so mentally disturb I cannot function normally no more.....the gentlemen checked oil and said there was none in it......my truck has had numerous more problems...door controls dont work I put a new wind shield in it... My air conditioner broke after first motor....back in of truck rattles....my truck has not run proper since the day I bought it.. I have talk to everyone possible and no one will listen or help me....I have almost been killed many times ...I have paid for almost all of the problems plus missed work plus had to rent cars...and mentally distroyed....please someone talk to me....bill heard want lieten ..al garcia want listen...service people want listen...factory want listen....help please if nothing else talk to me about this...I know I probably dont make alot of since right now but my truck shutting down and almost one more time killing me I'm a little upset.....

Filed Jan 16, 2001 · Electrical · MI

A small amount of smoke comes out from the dash (near the blower switch) when the blower motor switch is in the number 2nd low position. There is also a burning smell when this occurs.

Filed Nov 16, 1999 · Electrical · FL · fire

While parked engine caught fire, causing the wiring harness and the ABS to burn. The dealer has inspected the vehicle.

Filed Aug 27, 1999 · Electrical · IL · fire

Noticed white smoke coming from under the hood. Pulled to side & lifted hood. Flames were coming from left side of engine (brain box). The electrical wires were burned.

Filed May 6, 1999 · Electrical · WV · fire

While trying to start the vehicle after two times it did not start, and a third attempt lead to a burst of smoke in the passenger's compartment and under the hood. Consumer then opened the hood and noticed flames at the back drivers side of the compartment. Fire department put the flames out, and said it was an electrical fire. Manufacturer has been contacted.

Filed Feb 26, 1997 · Engine · HI · fire

After driving approx 8 miles consumer noticed smoke coming from auto and pulled off the highway, opened the hood and there was a fire in the engine part.