2006 Chevrolet Equinox: engine knocking or ticking

Filed Jul 29, 2015 · Steering · 141,000 miles · OH

Lately driving has been a bit of a challenge; turning corners tough which lead me to think maybe I needed steering fluid or something! Something was exactly it! While driving home friday night, 7/24 going my usual route (90w highway in ohio) I went to turn for the off ramp and wheel/steering locked completely, there was a knock with each attempt to turn and it would let me move. Luckily I am not one to panic and there were no cars behind or in front near me; thank god! I tiptoed her to the edge away from traffic and contacted the nearest tow/garage. The mechanic said I was lucky because I could have been killed because the whole steering locked completely on a major heavy traffic highway. :-( I really like my equinox and have never experienced anything like this from any other vehicle, but I am now seeing more & more situations involving the steering!!!!what's going on? Are the newer models having the same problem? Updated 9/15/15 *ln.... Updated 09/30/15*bf updated 11/10/15.

Filed Apr 16, 2015 · Brakes · 123,048 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the contact heard a ticking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to stop. The ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 123,048.

Filed Nov 18, 2014 · Visibility · 123,000 miles · OH

A little over a month ago, I began experiencing an issue with my 2006 chevy equinox. The heat stopped working. The fan would work and blow air - but no heat. I took my vehicle to a gm dealership to have them look at the issue. Immediately upon telling them the symptoms, they diagnosed my vehicle without even looking at it. The service rep told me that it was "known issue" with the equinox, that almost 4 out of 5 vehicles of that make/model/year have the same problem. He told me the good news was that the part to fix it was only $65, but the bad news was that the labor was $1000. I was told that the hinge on the temperature blend door" was broken at the actuator and that the entire dash assembly would have to be removed to get to the broken part. I took my vehicle to another dealership and had almost the same answer - although, to their credit, they did actually look at the vehicle before diagnosing it. Both of these gm/chevy dealerships shook their heads and almost laughed at me - saying that it was a "known issue". I decided that I shouldn't have to pay $1000 to fix a "known issue", so I called chevy customer service. Keep in mind that my vehicle is sitting at the dealership during all this. After more than a week, chevy tells me that my warranty expired (I was 20k miles over the warranty) and that there is nothing they can do about it. They convince the dealership to knock 10% off my bill. Gee... Thanks.

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 Aug 10, 2012 · Engine, Transmission · 96,500 miles · MO

Bought this piece of [xxx] used in 2011. Amongst other things wrong with it a week after I bought this junk (some weird knocking noise in the rear wheel, sometimes it takes 3-4 times to start the car, etc) started overheating july 2012. They replaced thermostat - 280.00. Started overheating again - they replaced the radiator!!! Two days after picking up from shop, overheating again. Looks like it's the gd head gasket! Someone is going to get ripped a new [xxx] tomorrow morning. I don't know to be mad at the dealership or gm or both. I will never buy a chevy again. Should had learned when I bought a 1996 beretta brand new years ago - that was a piece of [xxx] also. Traded in my 1996 nissan sentra - why didn't I just buy another nissan?? No wonder they went[xxx] near belly up. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

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 6, 2012 · Suspension · 70,000 miles · IA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, there was a loud knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected the vehicle and stated that they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was notified who offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 81,000.

Filed Aug 3, 2011 · Engine · 83,613 miles · MO

I was traveling at a speed of about 10-15 miles per hour, conducting an investigation pertaining to my job,when I began to hear a loud clicking sound coming from my engine area.I immediately pulled over and turn the vehicle off.after letting the engine rest/cool for about 20 minutes,I restart the vehicle, at which point the amber oil alert lamp activates,and then turns off.now,mind you,I had just had an oil change approx 700 miles prior to this occurring.the clicking began to subside,and, since the amber oil alert lamp was no longer on,I figured it would be a good idea just to get it back home so the oil could be checked the next morning.suddenly,when I arrive home, and get ready to turn the vehicle off in the driveway,the amber oil alert lamp re-activates, the engine,again, clicking.I turned the vehicle off.the following morning,I contacted a g.m. Dealership and described to them what had occurred.they told me I should bring the vehicle to them to be inspected; however, the soonest I could get in was about three weeks.instead,I contacted a local oil-change store and had the oil changed and the system checked out.a little ways down the road, about 1,000 miles into my oil change, the amber oil lamp comes on again, still clicking, but not nearly as much as before.I pull into my driveway a few miles later and start hearing a "clunking" knocking sound coming from the engine area,at which point the red oil lamp came on.I called the gm corporate customer support,whom after I described what was going on,stated to me it sounded like a major engine problem relating to oil issues.I asked what general motors could do for me, and she stated "I am sorry, [xxx], but the equinox,prior to the 2008,was not manufactured with any type of power train warranty whatsoever.I am sorry but there is nothing we can do to help you."now I have to replace my engine due to major damage! (83,600 miles).information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Feb 13, 2008 · Electrical, Suspension · 1,200 miles · MT

I have had issues with this vehicle since a few months after the original purchase. The problems started with a load knocking noise that originated from the rear of the vehicle, after 5 attempts to fix at the dealership, they eventually ended up replacing the entire rear axel and all components. After this issue was resolved, the brakes began making a high pitched squealing noise that gets progressively worse each day. The brakes have been inspected and do not need replacement. Sounds like some parts may dislodge from the vehicle. There is also an issue with starting the vehicle. At random times, the vehicle will not turn over when cranked to start. The car is currently in the shop to try and resolve the brake noises and starting issue. The vehicle has been in the shop at least 10 times. Would like to have the vehicle purchased back by chevy.