2005 Chevrolet Equinox: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Dec 29, 2017 · Driver assistance, Electrical · ND · fire

Drove vehicle to a store, while inside an electrical fire started underneath fuse box while the vehicle was parked. Fire men stated vehicle was attempting to start itself without keys and without being on. Headlights n dash remained on and vehicle began to smoke very badly, wouldn't quit until battery was disconnected and needed to be extinguished. Electrical fire progressed to dash and melted wiper shifter off.

Filed Aug 7, 2016 · Airbags, Steering · 215,000 miles · MI · crash · 1 injury

Driving down street while attempting to turn left heard loud pop and then wasn't able to turn and crashed into tree left fender hood headlight all pushed damage to tire and on top of that airbag didn't implore and hit head on the post

Filed Dec 22, 2015 · Electrical, Lights · 212,000 miles · PA

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.

Filed May 20, 2014 · Electrical · 50,000 miles · OH

Ignition switch has problems - the key will not go in at all, or partially goes in and gets stuck, goes in fully and gets stuck, or comes out while the engine is still running. Currently the key will not go in rendering the car totally inoperable. The car is hard to start at times - it takes several tries to get it to turn over, even though I have regular maintenance done. The headlights may or may not go to high beam and the dash lights may or may not turn on at all. There is constant fluctuation. Due to the countless complaints I have read with regard to the same problems I believe that this fact alone should mandate an instant recall. I am disabled and this is my only means of transportation to my doctors for frequent treatments the cost to repair my vehicle is not within my reach.

Filed May 15, 2014 · Brakes, Electrical · 125,000 miles · IL

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.

Filed Mar 17, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · 94,502 miles · CA

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.

Filed May 10, 2013 · Lights · 69,000 miles · NC

Condensation water in headlights sometimes very bad,,,,,

Filed Apr 24, 2013 · Lights · AZ

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.

Filed Jan 23, 2012 · Body · GA

My 2005 equinox is leaking water into the interior of the vehicle. I get a lot of water collected in the spare tire area and a lot of water in the rear floorboards. Since my driveway is on an incline it is difficult to tell where the leak is coming in at. I also have noticed the water drips out of the overhead lights when I brake. I have been to two different mechanics and they both have ruled out a sunroof drainage issue since the area is clear. I have seen quite a few complaints about the same problem I am having, and I am not sure what steps to take at this point since it is clearly a problem with the vehicle and not wear and tear. With numerous complaints why hasn't there been a recall since the issue is not an uncommon occurrence?

Filed Feb 23, 2010 · Body, Electrical · 50,000 miles · VA

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.

Filed Sep 7, 2009 · Electrical · 79,000 miles · CT

The safety(parking) lights front or back do not work, brake lights,turn signals, head lights they all work.

Filed Aug 12, 2009 · Lights · 71,000 miles · IL

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.