10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 4
Injuries / Deaths:
8 / 0
Average Mileage:
73,950 miles

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problem #113

Jan 152019

Equinox

  • 90,000 miles
My vehicle stalled at slow speeds. When gas pedal pressed the vehicle would rock back and forth then die. Very dangerous because it happened on the freeway. A year ago my vehicle was part of the oil consumption issues and the pistons and rings were changed. Now the 'I take camshaft solenoid' is affected possibly causing the current issue. I have done research and see that many people have had the same issues with the same vehicles. Why would something like this not be a recall?? it happened last year as well and was told that by changing the pistons and rings that that would solve the problem. Apparently it didn't.

- Oceanside, CA, USA

problem #112

Aug 152017

Equinox

  • 164,000 miles
Engine light came on, had it serviced. Engine light came on again on the way to store and we lost power of car, steering locked. We were able to barely get it to the side of the highway almost getting rear ended by a semi. Car completely died and a huge pool of oil came out from under the car. Paid over $6,000 for a new engine and wiring and other parts because of the oil, because we were told there was not a recall. Guess what... drinking oil, oil leak, service engine light on. This was a new engine. Spent a bunch of money on car in 2014 have had major trouble with it!!! we are not made of money, but this 2013 is the worst car and dangerous too, despite what they say!!!!

- Morrison, OK, USA

problem #111

Sep 012018

Equinox

  • 135,000 miles
The check engine light turned on at around 135,000 miles. Following that, the vehicle began losing power, the rpms started to randomly spike up, and it began consuming a lot of oil. When idling or coming to a top the vehicle will turn off or begin shaking really bad and then turn off. I have contacted the Chevy dealer and there is nothing they will do about it.

- Rutledge, TN, USA

problem #110

Jan 032018

Equinox

  • 77,000 miles
A seal leak on the tvc valve leaks oil big time leaking engine oil. I know of one other vehicle with the same problem. GM has sent out notices to dealerships etc.. about this. It seems to me that this could be a safety issue if somebody was on the road and this happened.

- Waterford, ME, USA

problem #109

Sep 282018

Equinox

  • 70,000 miles
My 2013 Chevrolet Equinox started consuming excessive amounts of oil. My car was at the randy reed GM dealership service department and I was advised that there has been a problem with the Equinox reported regarding this issue. I was advised that I would need to have my vehicle undergo an oil consumption test at 1000 and 2000 mile increments before GM would pay for the repair. When I took the car back at the 2000 check, it was discovered that it was using oil. It was 3 quarts low. I was then advised by the service department that only the 2012 Equinox model was covered for this problem. GM paid for the same repair on the 2012 model but has not issued any special circumstance for the 2013 although they are aware that the problem continues on the 2013 model. The dealership advised that they were having problems getting the parts due to the number of defective parts needing to be replaced. I spoke with GM customer service and was advised although she "sympathized with me" GM would not pay for the repair. It is a known defect in the vehicles but GM is choosing to ignore the other model years. The vehicle will continue to use oil at an excessive rate and is subject to causing the engine to fail or catch fire if the repair is not performed.

- Kansas City, MO, USA

problem #108

Dec 152018

Equinox

  • 90,000 miles
600 mile trip for christmas. Car would idle rough at stops and stalled numerous times as starting out. The root cause is excessive oil consumption on this direct fuel injection GM 2.4 liter engine. GM has known about this problem and has put out a tsb extending the warranty for 2011-2012 models with this problem, but are making it extremely difficult for consumers to take advantage of this warranty work. The internet car forums are full of consumers complaining about this defect and GM's lack of concern in addressing the issue. I hope it doesn't take someone being killed before the problem is resolved. The engine defect is known to effect a percentage of Chevy equinoxes, GM terrains and several other GM models from the 2010through 2017 model years. Google search Chevy Equinox "excessive oil consumption."

- Grayling, MI, USA

problem #107

Dec 182018

Equinox

  • miles
December 18, 2018 I purchased a 2013 Equinox following leasing the vehicle for a year. Over the years it has consumed oil more than expected; however, it now burns approximately 3 qts of oil every 2K miles. I have contacted multiple Chevy dealerships in my area and they have all told me I would need to bring the vehicle in for an 'oil consumption test' which I would have to pay for. Any repairs required following the test would also be at my expense. After reading all of the reviews and comments I now believe Chevrolet knew about the problem and is doing nothing about it. I do not plan purchasing a Chevy or GMC vehicle again.

- San Bruno, CA, USA

problem #106

Sep 142017

Equinox

  • 60,000 miles
Check engine light comes on and off for no reason. Rpms spike when ideling and vehicle physically jumps forward. Vehicle turns off while driving when coming to stop at intersection.

- Omaha, NE, USA

problem #105

Nov 132018

Equinox

  • 74,986 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. While the vehicle was idling, an abnormal noise was heard from the engine compartment and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to friendly auto sales (5800 S zarzamora St, san antonio, tx 78211, (210) 927-4300) where it was diagnosed that the camshaft failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the barometric pressure sensor, intake air humidity sensor, sensor reference voltage a, intake air temperature sensor circuit low P11C2, mask or volume air flow a, intake air temperature sensor two circuit low P0097, 90113 intake air one circuit high input, and P11C2 intake air humidity sensor circuit low voltage failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 74,986.

- San Antonio, TX, USA

problem #104

Oct 012017

Equinox

  • 70,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of oil. The contact had to add oil after every 500 miles. The dealer (walker Chevrolet, 3940 carothers pkwy, franklin, tn 37067) stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 70,000.

- Thompsons Station, TN, USA

problem #103

Nov 072018

Equinox

  • 76,000 miles
Just as everyone else has stated, my 2013 Equinox is burning oil and stalls at slow speeds or a stop. I took it to my dealership several times towards the end of my 5 year extended warranty, and they kept "fixing things". the most recent fix was one month after my extended warranty ended, and the repairs were close to $4,000. This repair involved replacing pistons/rings and replacing the timing chain. The very next day following this expensive repair, I drove it to work and it stalled 14 times, due to slowing/stopping of rush-hour. I almost had an accident merging onto the highway, because other drivers assumed I was "moving with the flow" and they don't stop. I immediately called the dealership... they have my car now and said they will look at it and "try something else". over several few months prior to this, they did the oil consumption test, reset the timing chain, and a bunch of other things (it was still under the 5-yr extended warranty then). I asked why there was no recall", and they told me because none of this was safety-related. How is this not safety issue"! as I mentioned, they currently have my vehicle, and I fear what the repairs will be for another attempt as solving the problem. I feel like the dealership is trying their best, but perhaps their hands are tied. If the NHTSA determines this not to be a safety issue, then it certainly should be considered fraud on behalf of Chevy corporation.

- Butler, PA, USA

problem #102

Oct 232018

Equinox

  • 57,000 miles
On Oct. 23, 2018, engine light came on in the morning. Called onstar in afternoon for code;onstar did not provide code but said it should be serviced asap and made appointment at nearby dealership for next morning. That evening when braking to leave a parking area, the engine completely died/stalled out. Had car towed to dealer. Dealer replaced solenoid sensor.

- Bel Air, MD, USA

problem #101

Nov 032018

Equinox

  • 80,000 miles
Oil indicator and screen flashed message to sop car immediately. I was on the freeway and forced to try to get to the berm. I had to get out of the car and walk to the store from the freeway to purchase oil. A new oil change had just been performed 2000 miles before so the car wasn't due for an oil change yet. This car has the ecotec 2.4 liter engine and is consuming oil at an alarming rate. It consumed 3.5 quarts within 2000 miles. This could result in sudden engine failure on the freeway or elsewhere.

- Eastlake, OH, USA

problem #100

Apr 012018

Equinox

  • 79,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that she noticed every week the oil got low in her vehicle, but she did not see the oil on the engine or the ground. The vehicle was taken to a dealer courtesy motors sales Inc. (3100 pleasant valley blvd, altoona, pa 16602, 814-942-9000) who diagnosed the vehicle had excessive oil consumption, but the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000. The VIN was not available.

- Duncansville, PA, USA

problem #99

Jul 122018

Equinox

  • 110,384 miles
I was informed that the oil level was low and that the vehicle is burning oil at a rapid pace during a visit to a Chevrolet dealership this year. They suggested a repair to replace the pistons and rings. Estimated cost of the repair os $3,970. Chevrolet Equinox is know to have problems with excessive oil burning and they even announced a 16118 ' excessive engine oil consumption notice in 2017. I suspect the problem has carried over to the 2013 model and would like this to be researched. Thanks.

- Charlotte, NC, USA

problem #98

Oct 012017

Equinox

  • 109,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of oil. The failure caused the oil levels in the vehicle to be low no matter how much oil was added to the vehicle. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that there were no open recalls and could not assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 109,000.

- Crucible, PA, USA

problem #97

May 252018

Equinox

  • 89,000 miles
Got oil change at Chevy in March 2018, stopped driving April 4 because of maternity leave. Started driving in late may and my car starts dying randomly when idling at stop lights. Then check engine goes on. I call Chevy and my warranty was up in late April. I pleed stating I was on maternity and doctor order to not drive. They would not busge. So my husband who is a mechanic checks changes the oil, it's bone dry, as if they had never changed it. Keep in mind I had taken it to a dealership and barely drove the car since. So he flushed the engine with oil a few times to really clean it out, changes the filter, and then fills her up. The codes and all data and replaces the intake and ehaust solenoids...still the check engine light comes on and car dies at idle. We suspect oil excessive consumption broke the timing chain guides, but will not know until he can take apart the engine. Until then I am checking oil weekly and filling oil about every 3 weeks. This oil consumption is absurd. I am filing a complaint with yourlemonlawrights.com

- Palatine, IL, USA

problem #96

Jul 092018

Equinox

  • 68,000 miles
The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. While driving 10 mph, smoke appeared under the hood resulting in a fire. The fire was detected from under the engine. The local fire department extinguished the fire and a fire report was filed. There were no injuries sustained. The vehicle was towed to an unknown location. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 68,000.

- Goshen, IN, USA

problem #95

Oct 172018

Equinox

  • 91,270 miles
My vehivle has been shutting off randomly. I came to a stop at an intersection today and I hit the gas because my light turned green and my vehicle just shut off, right in the middle of the intersection. I had cars behind me. The light is turning red, so I have the opposite lanes traffic getting ready to go, and there I was stuck in the middle. Luckilyi was able to get it started again and get out of the oncoming traffics way. My vehicle has been randomly doing this for about 2 weeks now and my check engine light finally came on yesterday. I had it checked and codes P0010 and P0011 came up. After doing some research, I came across other people who are having the exact same issue. A lot of people! how has this not been recalled? esoecially when it puts the driver and any passengers in harms way. I have my kids afraid to ride in the car because they are afraid the car will shut down and we will get into an accident. And they have every right to be because what they are afraid of could have happened to me today.

- Sidney, OH, USA

problem #94

Oct 012018

Equinox

  • 90,000 miles
Having issues with my Chevy's timing belt. This seems to be a known issue for GM and they refuse to do anything to fix it. They keep blaming it on oil consumption.

- Centennial, CO, USA

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