I love my car was so proud of bessy! I was on my way to work and it just stopped. Wouldn't crank. Got it home to be told that it's the timing chain. That's $1000-$1500 that I don't have. Especially since I'm taking care of my mother n law since my father n law died from cancer. And now my husband can't work due to being almost crippled. I started doing some research due to hearing about a lot of problems with the vehicle after I bought it. Turns out that a lot of people, almost everybody who owns a chevy equinox has the same problem! Why is this?? Why has this not been fixed yet?? Why keep making the same mistake again again?? Now my car is sitting in the yard. I have a 7 yr old son that I can't even take to the doctor with no way of going or the rest of my family. Someone please tell me what is chevelot going to do about this??? I was hoping one day to get a brand new one! Please help!!!
2010 Chevrolet Equinox engine complaints
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2.4-liter ecotec engines suffer from the defect that consumes oil at a very high rate. The primary cause of the defect is malfunctioning piston rings, which are prone to premature wear, the judge's order states. The defect necessitates the need for the car owner to replenish the car's oil more frequently. We change oil every month because of this problem but now is worse because is coming now white smoke and shaking all the engine so its now out of road my equinox so I am waiting for this solution from gm but not answers.
My vehicle leaks a lot of oil internally. I was told by my mechanic that my intake valves are covered in oil and my pistons are also containing oil. The mechanism to control/drain that oil doesn't work. Because of this the car is knocking and stalling at idle.
Computer chip malfunction, stability trac, smoke from exhaust with fumes released into the interior,, driver seat malfunction, and other that I cannot do it into words , this all happened when vehicle had 138,000 miles and also check engine light , fuel pump , ignition compartment, vehicle is a 2010 chevy equinox all wheel drive ltz and also the awd does not work lights flickering multiple malfunctions wheels lock up something with the differential I don't know it does not even shift when I put it in the manual I've done everything I could to get inspections and I cannot find the right dealer to give me an answer they all just want my money and I'm an honest person and I want to help a great mechanic out by bringing them business and referring them customers I don't know what to do I'm stuck I need help please I have a one-year-old son I have a family and we have one vehicle and it's the chevy equinox, oh and also there's two different size tires being that it's all-wheel drive the front tires have smaller wheels I mean smaller tires than there is on the rears so both fronts and passenger are smaller than the re ar driver and rear passenger the ones on the rear are correct and was supposed to be on that came out of factory they're supposed to be all four of the same of the ones that are on the rear because of the fact it's all wheel drive and they can mess up the transmission and I think it did but I'm not sure I need professional help asap thank you so much and have a blessed day
It uses oil like crazy. We have changed everything,besides getting a new motor. I was driving home from work tonight and the ABS and traction control light came on out of no where. My brakes where trying to lock up. When you crank it now it makes a funny noice
While the vehicle was parked in the driveway, stationary, all night, all morning, key was not in the ignition, no one around, it started by itself. No one was in the vehicle and the doors locked. When next door neighbor left his house, in the morning, he noticed it was running and checked to see if the key was in the ignition, it wasn't, and then if we were around, we weren't. Then he touched the hood of the car to see if it was hot, it wasn't and waited until the vehicle turned off. It ran for about 20 minutes before it turned off. We were told in the evening of what happened and went to see if the vehicle would start with the key and it did.
My car wasn't telling me that oil is low. Then it started leaking oil like crazy. Every other day I would put oil. And do frequent oil change. One day I was driving in the freeway with my kids in the back seat. Going 70mph my car suddenly gives out. Have to rush to park it aside. Then my car wont run. Call my insurance but theh couldn't help with towing. I spend $200 just to take it back to a mechanic. Where then he said my engine no good I need a new one. I still owe $5,000 to this car! I've been paying ahead of time to get paid off. Now is not running and just sitting on my driveway for months. And still need to pay it.
Vehicle is burning astronomical amounts of oil, even when car is sitting. Car runs rough and idles and acts as if it will stall out. The ABS and traction control lights have come on. Car acts like it won't start and takes a few times before it actually starts up. Have replaced so many parts and of course at 155,000 miles for a 2010 equinox we don't qualify under the pending lawsuit. Car is parked because it uses so much oil.
Code p0300- cylinder #4 misfire, extreme blow by from internal failure. Went into complete shutdown on highway
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated and the reduced engine power message displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was restarted and driven to all american chevrolet of san angelo (203 bryant blvd n, san angelo, tx 76903) where the throttle body was replaced however, the failure recurred. Additionally, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shuddered with a message stating 'all four wheels are off' displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was towed back to the same dealer where the front hub bearing and passenger's side front wheel speed sensor were replaced. The contact called back to the same dealer to report an issue with the transmission. While on her way to the dealer, the vehicle hesitated without warning while driving at various speeds. While inspecting of the vehicle, the contact discovered transmission fluid had leaked all over her engine. The contact had the vehicle towed back to the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered $400.00 towards the cost of a new engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 115,721. *bf
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the timing chain failed and the transmission failed, causing the vehicle to no exceed 20 MPH with the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the transmission failed to shift into reverse. An independent mechanic was contacted and the contact was informed that the transmission and timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer and dealer were notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 41,000. *bf the consumer stated vehicle was towed to mt. Kisco chevorlet (914) 228-1011. The consumer stated nothing was done, so they had to tow vehicle back to their home.
A couple of days ago I started experiencing issues with vehicle. At speeds over 60 the steering wheel would shake and when coming to a stop the car would do a rocking motion. Today on the highway the car was driving fine than randomly a light popped on that said low oil consumption turn off engine and the car began excessively smoking from under hood. I pulled over and checked I the oil and it was empty added 4 quarts it was still empty looked under car and oil had leaked everywhere. No prior warning lights or check oil or low oil pressure lights were on. I get proper oil changes when due. A couple of moths back I was having several electrical issues with the vehicle as well were the lights on the dash would pop on and off air and radio would turn itself on and off, doors locking and unlocking etc. And took it to a certified chevy dealer to have it checked and have the issue fixed and these issues were months after I had the transmission replaced after it fails months after purchasing the car.
Had a oil change april 15 2020. Car was driving fine on may 26 driving and white smoke comes out of nowhere. No low engine light or nothing just a sad day.
This 2010 chevy equinox consumes a lot of oil, like every tank of gas I have to add oil. This shouldn't be.
Having transmission problems , it wont drive frontwards .
Its a ticking noise when started up then lights from the dash board to the head lights, flicks off and on and the horn goes out at the same time. When driving the idle dont seem to pick up speed the transmission seems to has problem it make this horrible loud noise and the car do seem to drive right. The cv joint is going bad for the 5 time and the bars the wheels make this loud noise I only had this car for 5 yrs (chevy equinox 2010) and most I had to replace, now its going bad again. The transmission is the big problem now I have to replace again I might as well get an whole new car
I was driving down the road with my husband, three small children and unborn child when my equinox shut off I'm the middle of me driving and white smoke appeared from under the hood. It would start but as soon as I put it into gear the engine would cut off. Finally the engine just completely stopped cutting on. My husband, a police officer and a good samaritan were able to push the chevy off the road into the ditch safely. The chevy then had to be towed to a car shop to get looked at. This vehicle cut off in the middle of me driving it!!! With children in the back. Then engine blew a hole through it. Less than 200,000 miles on it with brand new spark plugs and a fresh oil change. Certain models of chevy have an engine defect which is internally in the engine. Your vehicle will burn oil with no oil light coming on to let you know. There's no leak coming from anywhere. The engine just drinks it all up within a few days and then will blow up if you're not knowledgeable about vehicles. I was on a busy road when all of this happened. We could have been seriously injured if it wasn't for us going less than the speed limit.
While driving the vehicle without warning or any evidence of problem I turned the corner of a intersection and the engine while still running lost all power for acceleration. Luckily there was no injury to myself or the vehicle. I shut the engine off and it would not restart , there seemed to be no pressure it was later determin hat the timing chain and camshaft broke sending metal through out the engine. Resulting in the need for a new engine. This is problem cause by the oil consumption recall on this vehicle which I did have repaired. The oil was full and truck drove great one minute then the next minute the engine was gone chevy needs to evaluate and help consumers with these type problem related to known recalls. We have invested or money in a product that fails us due to engineering issues causing the consumer added expenses
I have to replace throttle body because my car would just stall while driving in the middle of the road as well as replacing my muffler. Currently I have a new set of brakes that squeal like no tomorrow and my check engine light just came on giving me codes to replace 2 camshaft positioning solenoid actuator and finally the car it turning into a complete rust bucket. .
General motors have been at no assistance to me since my purchase of my 2010 chevrolet equinox I purchased it february/march of 2016 and have had continuous issue with the vehicle, I contacted the place of purchase and general motors numerous times about the complaint of my vehicle. Also with the attached proof of repairs I referred to the dealers who did the repairs and general motors of any current recalls. Back in october 2019 my check engine light came on because my converter went out and my 100k warranty expired, gm was not in understanding and would not assist. Then I did my own research and found there was a oil consumption law suite and a separate special extended warranty in the catalytic converter but only until 120k. My issue is general motors will not assist me due to me being over the 120k mileage even though I inquired about it time after time since the time I purchased the vehicle. I have kept up to date in my address even when I moved out of state. I'm just looking for assistance in why my vehicle is not covered under the law suite or covered with the special warranty with my catalytic converter. I never received any mail notification and all my repairs were done at a licensed certified general motor dealer and they are aware of this issue/recalls and I was not told of the issues. I would just like to get my vehicle fixed since I spent so much money on it as it is. I had to do my own research online to find this information which could of been avoided if I was contacted front the beginning. I was never notified of a recall but once back in 2016 for a windshield wiper recall
I bought my used 2010 chevy equinox from the dealer, and 2 weeks later the service stabilitrak light came on. Took it to the dealer, they did an alignment and the same day the light came back on with traction control light. The next day I went to the grocery store, and when I tried to start it to leave it wouldn't start. After 2 tries, it finally started but then the reduced engine power light came on and wouldn't go above 25 MPH. Eventually the vehicle powered down and I had to pull over for a tow truck to come. The chevy dealer said it was the main timing chain (not covered) and something else in the engine but I would have to pay for labor to disassemble it. My car has been out of service and sitting at the dealer for now 10 days. Luckily I wasn't on the highway when this happened, and decided to go to the store before heading to work. Carfax reports indicate the timing chain and fuel pump was replaced at 40,000 miles already. I see a lot of people with this problem in much scarier situations. I believe this should be a recall before something happens.
My engine has been burning oil ever since I bought it about 4 years ago. It is a 2010 chevy equinox, which I bought used from a dealership. There is a class action lawsuit that was just accepted for reimbursement of cost associated with previous repair, due to the oil burning. Although, I never had to pay to get it repaired since I was putting in oil about every week to two weeks since I found the issue. I'm very upset, because the issue should be a recall for everybody who has the issue to be able to get it repaired. Since the oil issue is known and a class lawsuit has been filed and accepted, it should go for all vehicles, not just the vehicles people didn't look after and let them brake. The oil burning issue is very bad and it will cost me a lot of money to get fixed. Therefore, it should be a recall and I should be allowed to get the issue fixed for free as it is a known problem for this vehicle.
Vehicle is exhibiting stall and quitting actions at stop lights and stop signs. Also excessive oil consumption having to change oil or add oil
Vehicle was in motion approximately 45 MPH when check engine light came on, message then appeared that engine power is reduced and speed immediately dropped to around 15 MPH and then to a rough idle at approx 5-10mph. Was almost rear ended by vehicle traveling behind me. I was able to limp remaining 2 miles home and contacted dealer. Appointment was made and dealer reported code p2135 and replaced throttle body..dealer said throttle didn't know up from down. Dealer stated this is a common problem with the equinox. I have read many complaints online about this same issue with other owners reporting being put in a dangerous position with the sudden drop in speed like we were. I contacted chevy gm and they said there were no recalls. If rapid acceleration has been treated by other companies as recall worthy, I dont understand why chevy does not consider this recall worthy. I have attached the repair report with this complaint.
Changed windshied motors and the go right back to not working within a week.. Here recently ive had to put a extreme amout of oil in it its losing oil out of no where can drive 5 miles down the road and then its gone now it has started to smoke really bad when I drive it after oil is in and has now got the car to start a small knkck it has been parked for the time being for scared of it doing worse its been parked since it started to smoke.. It will lose power at sum points and not let me drive faster then 25 MPH then all the sudden pick back up and act just fine..the car will smoke so bad that another car behind me will have to stop completely and wait until smoke is clear.. All lights on the dash is also on
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. While driving home, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 126,096.
When I purchased this vehicle, I was not told that the engine was replaced. I have replaced the exhaust manifold 2 times. The dealer told me that there is metal fragments in my oil. That I need a new engine.
Exhaust manifold crack which is a recurring failure. Will be replacing the manifold for the 4th time that should never fail. Photo attached from one of the failures. Exhaust fumes enter the cabin of the vehicle.
I was driving one day and these lights popped on out of no where the exhaust resginator cracking the car constantly has wheel bearing issue and the engine is burning oil it's not doing what it's supposed to do with it.I was driving on the l-90 thruway at 65 MPH. I. Am also having head light blowing I have changed the headlights 4 times this year
Exhaust manifold broke in two pieces. Same problem replaced before on a 2010 gmc acadia with the same 2.4l. Exhaust manifolds are breaking in the exact same way at similar mileages. ~120,000 miles
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