2007 Chevrolet Equinox: headlights failing or too dim

Filed May 10, 2016 · Lights · 75,000 miles · OH

Our 2007 chevy equinox had condensation in the headlights, which they were replaced when we bought the vehicle from the dealership may 20, 2014. In october 2015, condensation began building up again in the driver's side lens. We replaced a bulb in november and in february, ended up replacing the entire component due to condensation gathering in the headlight, to the cost of over $400! This is obviously a design flaw for this vehicle.

Filed Apr 24, 2016 · Airbags, Brakes · NC

Airbag light, TPMS, stability light, headlight and taillights go out alot. Called chevy place aout recalls and was told mine is not recalled but problems with my car are same as recall. They fixed gas line recall, took it to where I bought it 2 or 3 times but never got fixed. My speedometer also been out since getting car brake lights always coming on as well, other problems as well. Doesnt seem chevy makes a good vehicle.

Filed Mar 25, 2015 · Electrical, Lights · 25,779 miles · NJ

On october 19, 2009, I purchased a chevrolet equinox 2007. At the time of purchase I noticed condensation in the passenger side front headlight lens and I was told by the salesman at the time that it would "burn off" if I kept the lights on. Since that time both driver and passenger headlights have developed the condensation issue. The condensation does not burn off just keeps accumulating to the point where the headlight bulb would just burn out. In the past six years I have replaced the various bulbs in the headlight assembly nine times and the bulb socket assemblies have been corroded as a result of the constant presence of moisture. Often times I would be driving at night when the bulbs would go out making this a severe safety issue.

Filed Jun 19, 2014 · Lights · 33,000 miles · MI

I have had to replace headlights in this car at least 7 times to date. Since the car was about a year old, there has always been a heavy build-up of condensation inside the headlamp assembly....which is very poorly designed. The entire assembly from the left side of the car to the right has to be taken off to access the headlamps. Obviously, the assembly design does not seal sufficiently to keep out moisture.

Filed Apr 23, 2013 · Body · 68,555 miles · CA

During the winter I began to hear water moving around somewhere in my vehicle as I drove around but had no idea where this sound was coming from. I was vacuuming my vehicle one day and the carpet was completely soaked. I began to research online and found that many equinox owners had leak problems and they had found water had accumulated in the spare tire well. I checked the spare tire well and sure enough approximately 9 inches of water had accumulated in there. I cleared out that water but water is still somewhere in the front end of the vehicle because I can hear it as I drive, water also leaks through the overhead lighting. I contacted gm and they advised I bring the vehicle to one of their repair shops for assessment, the shop stated the problem is the sunroof module at a cost $2600. After this assessment gm notified me that they are unable to offer repair assistance because the vehicle is out of warranty, something they knew prior to requesting I bring the vehicle to the shop and having me spend approximately $200. This is clearly a manufacturing issue which many equinox customers have and gm is not accepting responsibility for. I find it hard to believe that they are able to get away with this. I am now stuck with a vehicle that holds water in the body, a carpet which has gotten wet and will more than likely continue to get wet so it has a constant odor and a vehicle which leaks through the overhead lighting, seems very unsafe. The water trapped in the body of the vehicle will more than likely cause the vehicle to rust and perhaps even cause more serious problems. This is not fair to the consumer, gm should be held accountable for the defect in this and other equinox vehicles, to issue a recall for the repair of this defect is the least gm can do for their customers.

Filed Jan 16, 2013 · Lights · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the seals for the head lights failed, allowing water to penetrate the head light assembly and cause the lights to continuously burn out. The contact spoke with the dealer but the vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was unknown, but the current mileage was 114,000.

Filed Jul 21, 2011 · Lights · 70,000 miles · UT

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet equinox. The contact was driving approximately 25 MPH with the headlights in activation and suddenly the headlights failed to operate. The contact continued to drive with extreme caution. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated there was an accumulation of water within the lens of both headlights. The technician replaced both headlight bulbs and the water was drained from the lens of both headlights. The manufacturer and dealer were made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. Updated 8/30/11 *cn updated 10/03/11

Filed Apr 12, 2011 · Electrical, Lights · TX · fire

I have had continuous problems with brake lights and turn signal lights going out.. Over the last couple of weeks my headlights have been getting stuck in the bright position, now yesterday on my drive home smoke started coming from between my steering wheel and the dash; during this the blue bright light indicator was flashing. I pulled over and exited the car. The smoke dissipated very quickly and continued the short distance home with no more problems... I called the dealership who said it sounded like I had wires "touching" they want me to bring it in however my warranty is up, and I am on a limited income. This is very frustrating considering it sounds like a manufacture problem.

Filed Oct 26, 2010 · Lights · TX

I have had my 2007 equinox sense 2007 and the first few month the left headlight went out and then a few months later it went out again this headlight has went out 5 times and the left headlight has went out about 3 times and each time it goes to westgate chevorlet they can not find anything wrong but they are charging me each time I take it in now. The left headlight is out again so do I need to get a lawyer because I do not think that I should pay for something that keeps happening.

Filed Jul 19, 2010 · Lights · 40,000 miles · TX

My headlights have been fogged up for months and the dealer is telling me they may be able to help as the SUV has 40,000 miles on it.

Filed Jan 27, 2009 · Airbags, Driver assistance · 22,039 miles · MN

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that when a passenger is seated in the front passenger seat, the air bag indicator illuminates repeatedly. She stated that there has to be a weight limit in order for the indicator to dim. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v344000 (air bags:frontal:sensor/control module). The vehicle has not been repaired. The failure mileage was 22,039 and current mileage was 22,070. Updated 3/12/09 *cn the traction control activated on dry pavement. It made steering the vehicle next to impossible. The headlights had to be replaced. The all wheel light illuminated. Updated 03/16/09.