2006 Chevrolet Equinox: engine failure

Filed Aug 12, 2020 · Brakes, Steering · 171,318 miles · IN

Front brake calipers seized up. Over-heating due to excessive friction from brakes locking. Front end started shaking due to front end brakes seizing while in motion. Front calipers smoking due to excessive friction build up. I was on us 265 in new albany, in. Shaking seemed to subside a bit while turning.

Filed Nov 12, 2019 · Engine · 58,000 miles · CA

Ever since I got this vehicle I have always heard what sounds like water in the dash when pressing on the gas pedal. I'm constantly refilling the antifreeze daily, I've been reading that it is a known problem and it contributes to the antifreeze which in some cases leaked out of the air vents into the vehicle. Leaking antifreeze some where in the engine. I've already had to replace the engine heads due to the leakage. Antifreeze leaks into the engine oil cause white smoke out of the exhaust. I've already flushed the cooling system and they also did a reverse flush and the water gushing noice is still there. Gm needs to get this fixed...

Filed May 16, 2016 · Brakes · 133,785 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet equinox. While driving at slow speeds with the brake pedal depressed, an abnormal noise was heard. The brakes seized and the ABS warning light illuminated. The failure was persistent. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure could not be determined. The contact repaired the brakes, but the failure recurred numerous times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 133,785.

Filed May 28, 2015 · Steering · 70,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet equinox. While driving 10 MPH, the steering wheel seized. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000.

Filed Sep 14, 2014 · Engine · 84,000 miles · OH

The engine failed. This is mechanic report from chevy dealership:" the technician performed diagnosis and found misfire on the number 4 cylinder. The exhaust lifter is collapsed causing noise and not operating, also heard a lower end knock from rod bearings,suspect loss of oil pressure at one time to be the cause of internal damage. With the upper and lower internal noises,recommend engine replacement to avoid further repairs due to being run on low oil pressure. ". I had to pay to replace the engine.

Filed Jul 16, 2014 · Engine · 110,000 miles · VA

I was driving on the interstate (out of state - hours away from home), which had a steep grade and all of a sudden the lights on the dash came on and the car began to slow down. I was able to pull over on the side of the road. Had to have the car towed to the nearest dealership. Ended up having to get a new engine ( well warranty company put in used engine that had 40,000 miles on it). Had to rent a car to get home and to get back to pick up the car weeks later.

Filed Jul 7, 2014 · Steering, Transmission · 80,000 miles · MI

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while making a right turn, the steering wheel seized and the contact had to apply extreme force to the steering wheel. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle would slip gears intermittently. The vehicle was towed to the contacts residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 04v302000 (power train). The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Filed Jun 27, 2014 · Visibility · 96,369 miles · IA

Temp door actuator broke leaving me without heat to defrost windows. Repair cost of door $50.00 cost of labor $1200.00. The door is made of cheap plastic but the entire firewall must be remove to replace part. Then my engine blew 1 year later. Cost $1700.00. Now my engine blew again.

Filed Jul 13, 2012 · Body, Electrical · 114,000 miles · PA

Bought in jan 2009 with 65,000 on it. Summer 09 in a rain storm it looked like someone turned a faucet on in my car the water was coming in on drivers side my left foot looked like in the tub, fixed under warranty. Out of pocket $100, the by end of 09 the real fun began, had engine mounts replaced, knocking in car when car started for first 5 minutes. The by october car was over heating, heat only blew when car was moving, car now had 118137 replaced the ender blower motors, coolant fans and fan motor, called and reported to chevy, then in november 010, it all happened again. This time had to have blend arm door replaced car called chevy nope not a issue per internet its major issue. Replaced at my cost $891. Right before christmas, 2010, gaskets and seals blew car over heated then shut off, had to let it cool down then start up again. Had to replace engine, gaskets and seals. Now 7/12 chevy wants to reimburse for the part but decided to fight me tooth and nail on the reimbursement because I no longer own the car. Traded it in april 2012 could not longer afford it and trans felt like its going to go. Chevy said I will get a partial refund of blend arm door only? Wtf the car put me and my children in danger and that's all they want to do but yet fight me? Also I reported to chevy all these issues, the bbb, a lawyer at this point, 2 tv network news programs, and all available multimedia.

Filed Apr 13, 2011 · Engine · 25,000 miles · CA

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet equinox. While driving approximately 25-30 MPH the contact heard water moving inside the dashboard. The failure started in august of 2007. An authorized dealer advised him that the head gasket and lifters were failing. The contact advised the dealer to replace the engine because of the failure. The contact also authorized the dealer to replace the engine. A complaint was filed with the manufacturer. The approximate failure mileage was 25,000 and the current mileage was 59,347. Updated 05/05/11*lj the consumer stated the check engine light illuminated. Updated 08/19/11

Filed Sep 11, 2010 · Electrical · 129,000 miles · SC

8/17/10 while driving my 2006 chevrolet equinox approximately 40 miles per hour the car just shut off - no warning & all the recommended service has been done on the car at the chevy dealer since I purchased brand new. Took car to chevy dealer & they could not duplicate but thought it may be due to a dirty throttle body, so they cleaned it. 9/1/10 while driving down the highway at 65 miles per hour the car shuts off again and again on 9/3/10 so made another appointment with chevy dealer & they said they were able to duplicate the issue & they replaced the engine switch. 9/10/10 problem occurs again & car is at the dealership. Chevy dealer has not been able to fix problem yet. This is a real concern to have your car shut off while simply driving down the road. It does restart but I have to sit and try several times.

Filed Sep 14, 2008 · Engine · 42,500 miles · DE

Took 150 mile trip from delaware to nj. Car died in drive way of destination. Towed to local dealer. Engine needed to be replaced. Warranty not covering repairs. Picked up car I nj aug 30th with new engine. Drove approx 500 miles and engine light came on again. Towed to dealer on 9/14, waiting for dealer to contact us.