10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
2 / 3
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
52,467 miles

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problem #160

Jul 142023

Equinox

  • 110,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle started jerking when the vehicle was started. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 110,000.

- Champaign, IL, USA

problem #159

Jul 012023

Equinox

  • miles
Vehicle is stalling when stopping and starting to go. Service engine light came on had it it scanned, found it to be the camshaft position sensor. Called my local dealer as to find out if there is any recall on this, and they said that there is not. I believe there should be a recall on this part as is it is a safety issue, as stated the vehicle was stalling and you lose all power. When starting to pull out in traffic you will be left with no power as the engine stalls and you have to put the vehicle in neutral and restart it.

- Geneva , NY, USA

problem #158

May 262023

Equinox

  • miles
Crankshaft Position -?" Exhaust Camshaft Position Not Plausible

- Clarkston, GA, USA

problem #157

May 192023

Equinox

  • miles
2015 Chevy Equinox DTC Error code P0411.SAI ports should be cleaned or replaced. Front sway bars malfunctioned and needs replaced.Please see if this is covered under warranty vehicle is only 8 years old only had it for 3 years.

- York, PA, USA

problem #156

Aug 012021

Equinox

  • miles
My car runs hot (even with all of my fluids). If I drive "too far" (25-30 mins) driving over 55mph while it's hot outside, my check engine light comes on, all the gauges in my car start going back and forth. A couple different alarms will go off (Service All Wheel Drive System, Service StabiliTrak, Service Park Assist). My engine revs and my car will start jerking. Sometimes my car won't even start back up right away. My car jerks going up hills. For close to two years my radio and back up camera stopped working, and out of nowhere it started working fine. My tires often lose air. My windshield wiper motor has gone out twice.

- Maryville , TN, USA

problem #155

Apr 212022

Equinox

  • 90,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from under the hood. The contact stated that the abnormal sound had become louder. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the timing chain had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000.

- Rochester Hills, MI, USA

problem #154

Mar 302023

Equinox

  • miles
Engine Burning Oil at 97,000 miles No warning light

- Ankeny, IA, USA

problem #153

Jul 162022

Equinox

  • miles
Took 2015 Equinox into Dealership due to call stalling - not dying. I made an appointment for a few days later. They gave a "fix", and said if it starts doing this again to bring it back in as this was their first guess at what it was. A couple months later it started stalling again. It was a Saturday, this time the stalling happened once and then died. I had it towed to the dealership and they said I had ran the car without oil. I had religiously had the oil changed and had never had low oil when I brought it in even for any oil change. The dealership quoted me $9,200 this time to "fix" it - by replacing the engine. The car has less than 90,000 miles on it.

- Junction City, OR, USA

problem #152

Jan 072023

Equinox

  • miles
Burning oil

- Detroit, MI, USA

problem #151

Jan 042023

Equinox

  • miles
1.What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request"exhaust system failed at the manifold cracked in half, causing exhust gas to enter the car making it unsafe to drive with dangerouse leves of carbon monoxied, and it is available for inspection, 2.How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Dangerouse levels of carbon monoxied entering the car causing head aches and drowzyness 3Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? yes 4.Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear" yes loud noise coming from engine and first noticed in January 2023

- Sandown, NH, USA

problem #150

Mar 132023

Equinox

  • miles
Engine has been burning an excessive amount of oil for months. This has caused damage to pistons and cylinders and the repair costs keep adding up. Vehicle started making a ratlling noise when accelerating amd finally would not start. The mechanic estimated over $8,000 to replace the engine. The mechanic's inspection stated: "No oil on dipstick. When trying to start engine just cranks with occasional knocking noises. Engine failure likely". there was no indicator light or warning that the vehicle was low on oil. The oil was not due to be changed until May.

- Romeoville , IL, USA

problem #149

Feb 032023

Equinox

  • miles
The timing chain jerks two teeth because of engine oil consumption. The chain guide was damaged. The engine light is on and indicates the reduction of power. The engine failure also causes the StabiliTrack light to be on.

- Beverly Hills, MI, USA

problem #148

May 212022

Equinox

  • miles
Rear Main seal leak/timing chain which was repaired 5/21/2022.

- Wayne, IL, USA

problem #147

Feb 062023

Equinox

  • 101,000 miles
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated upon servicing the vehicle, the independent mechanic informed him that the rear main seal was leaking engine oil. The independent mechanic diagnosed that the failure was related to GMC Technical Service Bulletin Number: PIP5093C. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that he had to pay out-of-pocket for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that there would be a follow up regarding the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 101,000.

- Lynnfield, MA, USA

problem #146

Aug 102022

Equinox

  • miles
Engine has 100,000miles on it uses about 2 quarts of oil a week my wife drives 128 miles a day mon-friday. Eats oil like crazy, causes the timing chains to weaken and break and complete engine failure. Chains broke, and bent valves and cause major internal damage needs a engine the dealer quoted me $7,900. Wow GM come guys no low oil lights or warning systems. Also all these equinox-€™s burn oil to much. Maintenance done regularly and still fail. Chevrolet turned away any time of recall or help. Please help. NHTSA!

- Fredericksburg, VA, USA

problem #145

Feb 042023

Equinox

  • miles
My engine is damaged beyond repair. I was driving to work and started to hear a clicking or tapping sound coming from my engine so I called the dealership to make an appt for my car. When I was almost to work (which is an hr commute) my car shut off!! While I was MOVING IN TRAFFIC!!! No warning lights or sounds. I had to push myself off the road with no assistance. Thank goodness I didnt get into a wreck! When the dealership looked at it they said my engine consumed oil and it damaged the pistons and valves. After doing some research, there was a recall for my car's engine to have the piston rings redone bc of excessive oil consumption. My car was not in that recall, but my engine was. I also found that there is a class action against GM about my cars engine and the engine blowing for this exact reason. I've read so many consumer complaints about the same problem. I don't understand WHY GM would continue to make faulty engines and put them in cars to sell"?? My car just turned 7 yrs old... it has 113k miles on it bc I travel a lot for work. Now I have to replace an engine that costs more than my car is currently worth. How is that fair? I can't pull 10k out of my back pocket and I shouldn't have to! I've taken care of my car. I don't wait until 0% to change my oil, I've done my flushes, I've had sensors changed out, the battery, I've always changed all my filters including the internal ones, and I just put 4 brand new tires on it. Now I have a dead car that the dealership said they would only give me $500 to trade in. Are you kidding me"! Even the dealership said they won't pay for a new engine bc it will cost them too much to repair it so they'd sell it to a scrap yard. I'm furious. I want my car fixed and GM needs to pay for what they're causing consumers to go through. That was my only mode of transportation so this whole process has hindered me from working. Someone needs to do something.

- Hope Mills, NC, USA

problem #144

Nov 212022

Equinox

  • miles
Issues with Excessive Oil Consumption timing chain Failure

- Clayton, NC, USA

problem #143

Jan 312023

Equinox

  • miles
While driving to work, -7 was the temp, noticed an oil smell coming from the vents. At this point car is still running normal. When leaving work received the following information: sevice stabilitrac, reduced engine power, and low oil pressure sh*t off engine. I shut the car off and checked the oil. There was no oil in the engine, 2 quarts added and off i went. The car was driving like it always has, no issue. Later in the evening drove it again. The same three messages popped up, only this time i was in motion. Immediately stopped added 2 more quarts of oil which went staight on the pavement. Car was towed home, then towed to the repair shop the next day. First repair is the starter, it's full of oil and they cannot find the leak until it starts. The cost $433.81, later i receive a call they are returning the starter, to save me money, i need an engine instead. The engine is blown. The mechanic stated there was oil in the starter, and oil mixed with coolant in the air filter. States this is a common problem with the 2.4L engine. So why is there no recall? This will cost between $3,000-$5,000. I can't afford this repair. I still have a loan on the car. I have owned this car for 18 months. General Motors you should be ashamed!

- Davison, MI, USA

problem #142

Jan 292023

Equinox

  • miles
Vehicle died while sitting at signal. Would not re-start. Two men helped me get vehicle off highway and into convenience store parking lot. Tow truck was called. A mechanic and the tow truck driver both stated that these engines have oil failures. Not good engines. Safety was hindered by not being able to move vehicle without others help. Vehicle is available for inspection. No warning lights or other symptoms prior to failure. Problem has not been reproduced as vehicle battery was drained and vehicle will not start.

- Sonora, TX, USA

problem #141

Jan 112023

Equinox

  • miles
The engine is burning excessive amounts of oil at 120,000 miles. GM should take responsibility for this defect and fix the problem. Never ever buying one again.

- Cedar Creek, TX, USA

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