2005 Chevrolet Equinox: hesitation when accelerating

Filed Nov 6, 2015 · Brakes, Steering · 201,765 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that there was water entering the map light. The contact also heard an abnormal noise in the rear of the vehicle, the suspension was unstable pertaining to the control arm, and the axle was leaking fluid without warning. The steering wheel also made a grinding noise when turned, the automatic transmision hesitated, the throttle was light, and it was difficult to reverse upon the change in weather. The vehicle was not repaired and the dealer was notified of the various failures. The manufacturer was notified of the failures and provided no remedy. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 201,765.

Filed Aug 10, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 70,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would suddenly hesitate and jerk when slowing down. Also, the check engine light would come on and the vehicle would suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the fluids in the vehicle. The failures were remedied but eventually recurred. The contact also indicated that the key could not immediately be removed from the ignition switch and the engine could not be turned off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Sep 4, 2012 · Steering · 56,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the contact heard a really loud grinding noise and the steering became very difficult to maneuver. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnose that the carrier bearing needed to be replaced. The failure recurred six months later. The vehicle was taken to the same independent mechanic and was awaiting repair. In addition, the contact mentioned that the front struts were defective, the front driver side power window failed, and whenever the vehicle was started it hesitated and fuel fumes were emitted into the vehicle. The failure mileage was 56,000 and the current mileage was 56,300.

Filed May 11, 2010 · 80,000 miles · KY

6 disc changer is jammed and producing an error message. Will not eject or load cds. Chevy dealership said it is unfixable, recommended replacing it with an aftermarket unit. Tech acknowledged the recurring complaints similar to mine. Problem still exist. I am hesitating to replace with another factory unit. Very frustrating, based on other online complaints and forums voicing their complaints of the same issue. Again, seems like a factory/manufacturing defect that will fall onto the shoulders of the consumer. Thanks gm.

Filed Nov 27, 2009 · Engine · 60,000 miles · MD

Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. While idling the vehicle would hesitate as it would stall. While driving between 50-60 MPH the temperature and engine warning lights illuminated on the instrument control panel, and then the vehicle lost power. She had the vehicle towed to a local gas station. A mechanic stated that the thermostat failed, because it was located near the exhaust system. No repairs were made. The failure and current mileages were 60,000.

Filed Mar 29, 2006 · Acceleration, Brakes · 15,962 miles · NH

Dt*: the contact stated there were numerous problems with the vehicle. First, the engine would intermittently not crank. The dealer replaced the battery however, this did not correct the problem. Second, while depressing the brake pedal the vehicle intermittently did not slow down. The brake pedal was pumped several times to get the brakes to activate correctly. Third, the transmission revved high and intermittently did not change gears correctly while driving. Fourth, the ABS lamp illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the ABS lamp was reset. Lastly, the front passenger window was rolled down and would not rise back up. The dealer replaced the window regulator and the window was repaired. The vehicle was repeatedly taken to the dealer and addressed the problems that could be duplicated and made appropriate repairs. Hard start/hesitation and almost stalling. Also, determined speed sensor was causing reduced power.