Wipers run continuously and don't shut off. Lights flash on and off. Smoke comes from dashboard when car starts and/or car won't start. Problem happens both while car is stopped or in motion.
2005 Chevrolet Equinox lights problems
16 complaints (3% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 56,300.
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- typical mileage
- 56,300
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Headlights3
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
Chevrolet Equinox lights problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2005 Chevrolet Equinox lights
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
What 2005 Chevrolet Equinox owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the headlights illuminated independently and caused the battery to drain. In addition, the contact heard an abnormal noise while using the turn signals. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure millage was 212,000.
The front lights on the car comes on at night when car is parked in the driveway, not being used by persons. This car may not start in the morning because the battery maybe dead, due to lights coming on by it self. We had the defective switch replaced in the past week, and that's when the lights started to act up.
The key can be removed from the ignition while the car is running, the headlights only work on highbeam, the brake lights do not work except for the small one in the middle. The car will continue to try to start even after the key is removed. The car currently runs hot so the fan runs constantly and runs the battery down. I have parked the car and wont drive because of the safety issue.
Went to start my car and the key would not turn. I jiggled it for a long time and it finally turned but the headlights wont work now. I looked on line and saw a few other have this issue. I cannot drive at night now.
Condensation water in headlights sometimes very bad,,,,,
Cpsc: i12c0328a. 2005 chevrolet equinox. Consumer stated that headlight lenses on various newer vehicles made from the clear plastic fades and becomes cloudy and is no longer safe.
I started the engine, put it in drive, and my daytime running light indicator blinked several times and the daytime runnning lights are not on.
I bought my car brand new with 4 miles on it. I have been the only owner. Since I purchased my vehicle I have had to have the fuel pump replaced in 2007 ($1400). My car has been in the shop numerous times for costly repairs. My key comes out of the ignition while driving, and it is hard to start. I have to wiggle the key every other time I try to start my car. I've also had problems with my car starting. When I go to crank it up it sounds likes it tries to start then dies. This happens often. My car is not in the shop due to water leakage. There a large collection of water with my spare tire, and the floor in the back seat is soaked. I was told from the gm service department they see this often in my model vehicle but no recall for it at this time so it's out of my own pocket. Also I have taken my vehicle to the dealer several times for my steering wheel. It makes a loud sound every time the wheel is turned and they cannot seem to fix the problem. I have had to replace my headlights and brake lights very often.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact noticed that the front headlight bulbs constantly failed. She took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the sealant was loose, which allowed water to enter and blow out the bulb. The estimated cost for repair was $500. A report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that they would not assist with the repair. The failure mileage was 71,000 and current mileage was 72,000.
Questions about the 2005 Chevrolet Equinox lights
Does the 2005 Chevrolet Equinox have lights problems?
Owners have filed 16 complaints about the lights of the 2005 Chevrolet Equinox, 3% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2005 Chevrolet Equinox lights problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 56,300 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Chevrolet Equinox lights?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Chevrolet Equinox have the most lights problems?
The Chevrolet Equinox model years with the most lights complaints are 2008 (23 complaints), 2007 (17 complaints) and 2005 (16 complaints).
Other 2005 Chevrolet Equinox problems
Engine 165Electrical 159Transmission 114Brakes 105Suspension 57Steering 50Airbags 38Fuel system 36Body 34Visibility 30Acceleration 22Driver assistance 16Seat belts 9Tires 6Locks 5Wheels 5Seats 4
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