(1)no events leading to failure. (2) dome light quit working when doors are open. Power mirrors quit working. Power seats quit working. I checked the fuse (a 20 amp) and it was burned out. When I replace the fuse it immediately blows the fuse, I've tried multiple 20 amp fuses and all have instantly blown when I try to replace it. I'm not sure if this is a related problem but the rear hatch will also not open by pressing either the button on the dash or the button on the tailgate. (3) haven't had the money to repair the laundry list of problems with this vehicle.

- Pacific, MO, USA

Complaint received via E-mail. I am writing in regard to my 1996 GMC Jimmy. It caught on fire a few days ago, and was totaled. The fire department had to come to put the blaze out. The fire investigator said there was a short in the fuse panel. They claimed it was a factory defect. I am quite aware that the vehicle was 10 years old. However, I do not believe after 10 years it was alright for them to catch fire due to defect. I have been christmas shopping and lost everything that was in the vehicle. I was very upset.. fire investigator indicated it was a factory defect that took 10 years to surface. Vehicle was totaled, and remained on consumer's property.

- Ceresco, MI, USA

Vehicle was driven and parked for 5 minutes, saw smoke coming from dash compartment and under the seat, electrical short, fire report indicated an electrical short in fuse box.

- Mt Sterling, KY, USA