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2006 Chevrolet Equinox problems

The most common problem on the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is windows, wipers and visibility, typically around 66,537 miles. It has 1.7 times the complaints of a typical Equinox model year.

Typical year1.7x the typical complaints
Year score
56/100
Owner complaints
695
Recalls
0
Service bulletins
691
Worst area
Visibility
Fuel economy
18-19mpg
Typical repair
$2,400

The worst 2006 Chevrolet Equinox problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

Problems by type

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Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox

ABS 61Overheating 28Won't start 27Check engine light 24Grinding brakes 23Stalling 18Engine failure 12Fire or smoke 11Loss of power 10Brake failure 9Knocking 9Power steering loss 9Headlights 7Power windows 7Water leak 7No deployment 6Fuel pump 6Seat belt 6Harsh shifting 5Warning lights 5Wipers 5

Trouble codes owners of the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox mention

P0171 2

Recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox 691

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

See all 691 bulletins for the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox

2006 Chevrolet Equinox fuel economy

Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.

EngineDriveCityHighwayCombined
3.4L 6‑cylFWD172219
3.4L 6‑cyl4WD162118

What 2006 Chevrolet Equinox owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 17, 2025 · Suspension · PA

Subframe rust ? my 2006 chev eq , has only 50, 000 mile on it and the sub frame is rust out ? I check for recall but said 0 ? I can’t under stand how ? Body guy said it going to cost thousands of dollars ! I can’t afford that ! ! what should I do ? There Should be a recall ? on this frame ! Frame is very important part of the car ! I had lot of chev from 1970 to 1980 with 150,000 miles on them ! With out this much rust , body guy stayed it been happening a lot with the chev , It look like it been happening for a while on my 2006 chev , eq before the 50,000 ! ? Very Very dangerous ! Very disappointing and worried that some thing could happen I only use it to go store , pick up kids from school, get food , go around town ,low mileage’s on it ! very disappointed in chev need. To recall this NEED Help ! Thank you

Filed Feb 23, 2024 · Steering, Suspension · KY

Bent driveshaft

Filed Jun 27, 2023 · VA

Unknown

Filed Jan 9, 2023 · Suspension · NJ

Both front frame mounts that hold the engine suspension crossmember rusted away. What is even worse GM discontinued the replacement parts. I had to use components from a similar platform. This is a safety related rusting problem that is life threating as vehicle can become unstable and uncontrollable at highway speeds.

Filed Nov 4, 2022 · Steering, Wheels · IA

I just got the car on Thursday, 11/3/2022. around 1:00 pm. On 11/3/2022 around 3:30 pm, the following happened: The equinox started wobbling as I reached the speed of approximately 40 mph. Then I had a red light. After it turned green and I began driving, the vehicle started wobbling and it was hard to control my position in the traffic lane. Other drivers avoided me, and slowed down to prevent an accident. At this point, I reached a reduced speed construction area. When I drove at about 20 mph, the vehicle wobbled even worse. The driver’s side wheel started going clunk, clunk., so I pulled into a gas station. The left front tire was low, but nowhere near flat. A man put some air in the tire and it held the air. At that point, I recognized that it was too dangerous to drive the vehicle again. Chevy roadside assistance took it to the nearest dealer, Mills Chevrolet. They will look at it on Monday 11/4/2022.

Filed Nov 8, 2021 · Transmission, Visibility · GA

My 2006 Chevrolet Equinox blows cold air will not defrost windshield. And while driving I push the gas pedal and it’s like surges and jumps. The car manufacturer knows about the issues and they don’t vare

Filed Jun 4, 2021 · Engine · OH

Vehicle keeps over heating fixed everything that can cause it to overheat and the problem still consists read many complaints over 700 with the same issue even when the problem get temporarily fixed it starts overheating again in a couple month car will mainly over heat at idle the heat won’t work it’s a bad antifreeze smell it’s a problem that has many complaints but still nothing is being done I have 5 children I didn’t think I would be driving with my children wondering if my car was going to over heat and us having to pull over on a free way or a street being stranded bc of a problem that’s happening with these vehicles and nothing is being done

Filed Feb 15, 2021 · Brakes · 90,000 miles · TN

Brake pedal started vibrating almost uncontrollably when attempting to stop so I had brake pads replaced. When I picked up the car the technician told me my pads were still good and hadn't needed changing but they changed anyway. The next shop resurfaced my rotors but the problem persisted. It stopped on it's own but every once in a while it will do it still.

Filed Jan 18, 2021 · Brakes · 54,000 miles · TX

Car was in motion tried to stop at light or stop sign really had to pump brake light went on tc / tbs. If cars were close by they would have hit me or I hit them.have cleaned module, changed brakes, changed other parts in wheels. Work a little while then goes back to lights turning on tc / tbs

Filed Oct 27, 2020 · Brakes, Visibility · 172,000 miles · MO

When pressing on the brake pedal you get constant vibration causing you to skid. It happens when your going straight or turning when you press on the brake pedal. It almost caused me to skid into the car in front of me. And also defrost is not working causing visibility issues especially in the cold and snow.

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Questions about the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox

Is the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?

Owners have filed 695 complaints about the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox, 1.7 times a typical Equinox model year.

What is the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox year score?

The 2006 Chevrolet Equinox scores 56 out of 100 (below average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Chevrolet Equinox: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.

What is the most common problem with the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox?

Windows, wipers and visibility, with 280 complaints, typically around 66,537 miles. Next is electrical (141).

How many recalls does the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox have?

No recalls on record.

What year does the Chevrolet Equinox have the most visibility problems?

The Chevrolet Equinox model years with the most visibility complaints are 2006 (280 complaints), 2015 (278 complaints) and 2014 (185 complaints).

What gas mileage does the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox get?

Official estimates for the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox range from 18 to 19 mpg combined. The most efficient version (3.4L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 17 city and 22 highway.

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