Car kept stalling when slowing down on the highway in traffic on beltway from Maryland to home in Virginia. Very dangerous situation. Car was also sluggish when accelerating. Had to drive with two feet one on brake and gas pedal when slowing down to avoid car shutting off completely on the road. Dropped car off at dealer this evening. I checked and did not see any recalls. Can’t locate safety bulletins from Chevy as they are not published. Dealer said would look for any bulletins. Engine light is on. I read others with models from 2011 to 2015 having same issues for Chevy equinox.
2012 Chevrolet Equinox transmission complaints
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The car was in motion when the reduced engine power sensor came on and shut down. It was towed to a local repair shop where it was determined that the timing chain broke due to lack of oil due to bent piston rings and the oil escaping. All of that was repaired and maybe 6 months later the check engine light was back on. We took it back to the shop and it was decided there was extensive damage done to the engine based on the previous oil consumption issue. The engine was then replaced as well as the ECM board due to oil being all over it completely ruining the sensors. We also have had to replace the evap system due lack of oxygen and the car constantly chocking out while in motion and while ideling. We filed our claim when the class action lawsuit came out and of course we're denied, just like the thousands of other people due to there being 'lack of proof' that it was due to lack of oil. I was constantly checking my oil, getting it changed, adding the right oil when it was low and because I did not do the oil consumption test through gm we are out almost 10 thousand dollars on a car that still had issues due to the lack of oil. The first time it broke down I had a power train warranty on the vehicle and they did an investigation to make sure it was due to a lack of oil changes and build up of dirty oil, it was proved that the oil escaped through the bent piston rings and burnt off instead of going back into the engine. They did cover the timing chain but once the engine needed to be replaced we no longer had the warranty. I'm not sure why that investigation was not good enough for the settlement to go through but regardless these vehicles are so unsafe and money pits and are still being sold to innocent people who have no idea what they are getting themselves into. A recall absolutely should be made.
I was driving on a busy rural route when I came to a stop , went to take off the car had no power. I have only had this vehicle 1 month, and the code says it it the transmission control module . Luckily we were not hit after about 30 seconds it kicks in and has power , not very safe at all .
I bought a new 2012 equinox in 2012 ([xxx]) last week the engine failed. Low oil warning light never came on! Do I have any options? Do don't see any recalls for this? I bought a new 2012 equinox in 2012 ([xxx]) last week the engine failed. Low oil warning light never came on! Do I have any options ? Do don't see any recalls for this? [xxx] [xxx] I bought a new 2012 equinox in 2012 ([xxx]) last week the engine failed. Low oil warning light never came on! Do I have any options ? Do don't see any recalls for this? [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
I have had multiple issues with the vehicle in question every since I drove it off the lot. The first signs of trouble started when the car would cut off in the middle of driving in busy traffic. Supposedly the dealer fixed the issue, not sure if that was true because it continued as time went on. Secondly I have had so many oil changes since the purchase of this vehicle and there is record of it: 3/2019,05/2019,07/2019,(johnny londoff chevrolet up until 05/2020),05/2020,10/2020,11/2020,02/2021... And counting. The vehicle has a very high oil consumption and is bringing about more issues within the vehicle. Lastly but not least the sensors and other things are being damaged in the process. At this current time I am having "reduced energy" issues and I just received oil change and I'm being told I needed to add oil, but how when I just got a oil change. I have reached out to the dealer whom sold me the vehicle, recalls dept, etc and I'm not being provided with assistance. Please assist with this ongoing matter. I have records.
2012 equinox has been using more oil than it should. Took it in for a recall this week, catalytic converters, replaced the exhaust manifold. Engine would lose power when I slowed down or tried to accelerate. Took it back in, service department said I my timing chains are stretched, the chains, guides and actuators need to be replaced asap before my engine stops for good. Service person stated they contacted gm and they will not help with the cost to fix it. I bought the car used in april 2019, it has 89,441 miles on it.
Engine is burning excessive oil consumption. Per mechanic this has affected timing chain, valves, pistons for which there was a recall. I do not recall receiving a notice of this recall. Mechanic said there was no/very little oil when I took to him to check what was causing vehicle to run ruff and sound ruff. He said parts were caked with oil. Mechanic suggested to take to dealer for recall kit repair.
The timing chain snapped without any kind of warning causing extensive damage to the engine, I see recalls for this due to excessive oil consumption. I had the vehicle towed to chevrolet and expected some type of assistance as there is only 68,000 miles on the vehicle. I purchased the vehicle at the ron westphal chevrolet a salesman named robert ithier had sold us the vehicle introducing us to the former owner, we looked the vehicle over and had one of our mechanics check the vehicle and it seemed fine. Now that chevrolet is not helping fix this problem we found out before we purchased the vehicle codes were cleared and an engine light was reset just before we purchased the vehicle. I feel cheated, robbed and conned from this dealership, I am still waiting for repairs to be performed
When I leave my keys in the ignition while the ignition is off and in park. My car sometimes makes a noise like it is trying to start the engine/car or car with the car being off and no one switching the key over. Making the lights flicker on the inside and outside of the car. The mechanic said it could be electrical faliure but he wouldnt be sure without looking at it...however my remote start doesnt work anymore and niether does my bluetooth capability.
I own a 2012 chevrolet equinox (purchased in september 2011) that had been diagnosed by a certified gmc dealership (carl black gmc roswell, ga) with the exact same conditions as gmc service bulletin no.: 12313d ' special coverage adjustment ' engine balance chain and fuel pump. While my 2012 model is not listed as covered, I am requesting special considerations for my vehicle to be included in this sca given the exact match in vehicle symptoms and very close chronological proximity to the covered vehicles. I have attached two copies of the bulletins, 1 from your website and 1 from gm. Thank you
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while at a stop, the vehicle jerked with an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed nor repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000.
Driving and lost all the oil out of the vehicle. Has a recall that doesnt include my VIN. This is an issue as there are thousands this is happening too. Gm refuses to fix it. They are saying that the only reason it isnt covered is because it didnt come from the right plant.
My vehicles check engine light came on then the stability light came on the vehicle sounded like it was choking. When we got it to the repair shop it stalled out and when the shop did shove investigation there was no oil in the vehicle. Although there was no warning about oil being low or lights on. As we were bringing vehicle to shop it smelled of burning. Vehicle started malfunctioning when stationary and became worse when in motion.
Front transmission all wheel drive has noise similar to bad bearing. At around 40 to sixty MPH the transmission jerks . Had to replace the windshield wiper motor. 2 years ago
Done a oil change and about 3 weeks later no oil. Had to change the camshaft sensor and now throwing the code 420. Runs sluggish and exhaust is now blowing through the vents.
Burning oil. I got an oil change and within less than a month I had no oil in my car. Not use and driven a lot either.
Key locked in keyswitch.. Can't put the vehicle in any gear.. Stuck in park..
At least every 3 months tired pressure is off then a sensor then the car starts turning off on me and I have to take it back to the dealer.
At the start of vehicle is fine but once put in gear reverse and go to put back up it cuts off it does this several times before it's ok then while driving it is ok once stop at red light or just stop in traffic it cuts off once it's cuts off the steering wheel locks up and hard to put back in park once it stops the engine light comes on but once car is back on engine light sometimes goes back out I have taken it to several different shops and the told me to contact manufacture because all codes are good
Today 08/9/2019 my wife showed me where she saw smoke coming from under the glove box it did melt the plastic cover,no one will help me with lift gate goes up 1/4 way down,up the all the way down have gotten it 3 times in the head I have told catalano motors about it when I bought it never got fixed.rear window on pass side never worked and light don't go on when you open rear door,manual transmission never worked,no offence but I would rather have my 75 delta 88 I'm just not pleased with the vehicles.miss having my 97 f150 thank you for your time,also the lift gate would go up and down by itself with keys in my hand I really wish I could afford to get new or diff kind of vehicle.
The transmission control module (TCM) has failed. When the vehicle is started the check engine light comes on. When the vehicle is put into either "r" or "d" the vehicle lurches, and the "r" or "d" flashes. When this occurs the vehicle is not operable. Pressing the accelerator - the vehicle does not move forward. This condition will also occur during operation of the vehicle without warning. Regardless of travel speed at the time, the vehicle will slam into a low gear. This creates a very serious safety risk. On a wet, snowy, or icy road it would surely cause the operator to loose control and cause an accident. My particular vehicle has less than 38,000 miles. For the transmission control module (TCM) to fail on a vehicle with this few miles is totally unacceptable. For it not to be warrantied is also not acceptable, and a calculated decision on the part of the manufacturer to avoid liability for an issue it is aware of that regards the safe operation of its vehicles. Upon research, there are several other complaints of this same nature on-line. A recall should be issued.
Vehicle will stop while driving, sitting at light, and driveway.. I have to continue putting oil in every other day. Power steering light came on, unable to start my vehicle or roll windows up. Doesn't want to start now.
Airbag deployment system - airbag message came on car was parked and when I turned the car on husband message shows up and will not go away. . For no reason. The front bumper pops out also, for no reason and imthe plastic parts that hold it in place are broken and don't keep the bumper in place. And my car makes a weird rattling noise . And it stopped pick up up speed when I turn my AC on .but I don't know why it won't pick up speed . I didn't know I had a warranty at the time so when I called hey said they warranty had expired and this has been an issue since I bought the car . The AC started going out 2 and a half years after I bought it . The car will randomly jump , it feels like someone hit my vehicle but it will jump jump when I'm waiting at a red light and I think the compressor stopped working
The vehicle turned completely off, could not get key out of ignition and electrical system was totally done. I had to get it towed to repair shop. I paid 1500 to get it back on. R stopped in the middle of highway while driving. Repaired it by changing timing chain and a month layer the electrical system went out again while waiting at a stop light. No warning just turned completely off and had to get it towed again to caar repair shop. I was told that it was probably.tje transmission or engine. Not worth the price of repair because it would probably end up costing more than the car was worth.
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet equinox. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle lost power and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle restarted, but the failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but they did not assist. The contact replaced the actuator, but the failure recurred. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000.
Since april 2018 I have been experiencing issues with my vehicle when coming to a slow stop. Initially I thought the issue had to do with my brakes. I have taken the vehicle in to the brake shop three times since april 2018 and they had repeatedly told me the brakes are not the issue. I had my check engine light come on in december 2018 so I took my vehicle into the huber chevrolet in omaha for an oil change even though it was not due yet for another 3 weeks. I was never told during this visit that my oil was low. On march 7th, 2019 the check engine light came on again so I took it in again the same day even though it wasn't due for an oil change for another 1000 miles. I was told my vehicle was 3 qts low on oil. I was also told of this "special policy". I was asked to bring my vehicle back in after 500 to 700 miles to have the oil consumption tested. I was told my vehicle's "policy" only lasted til may 2019 which is just a couple months away. I was also told that one issue the fast oil consumption caused was issues with the vehicle shaking/rattling when coming to a stop. These are the exact things my vehicle has been experiencing since april 2018. I believe that this huber chevrolet gm dealer should have notified me during earlier visits about my oil consumption issue. After my oil change today I have learned from the internet of all the issues concerning oil consumption with gm vehicles made between 2010-2017. I am adamant that I never received any letter from gm about this oil consumption problem. I am upset that gm dealers like the one I go to were not obligated to tell owners of these vehicles about the oil consumption issue. I am now in the position of having just til may 2019 of proving my vehicle is experiencing this same oil consumption issue that gm and its dealers have been well aware of.
To whom it may concern, I am emailing you regarding my 2012 chevy equinox and a rear main seal issue. I found the below service bulletin regarding special coverage in march of 2015 regarding the issue related to my vehicle. I was not informed of this issue in purchasing my vehicle from team one chevrolet in charlotte, mi and I have received any assistance from gm. I have basically been told that it is too bad that my vehicle is not part of the associated vins that will actually fall within this coverage. On monday, january 21st we had exceptionally cold weather in lansing, mi and my rear main seal broke. This was due to default from the pvc, which is stated in this bulletin. Upon reaching out to my local dealership, this issue is not covered. In reading the bulletin, my car is one of the impacted cars; however, my VIN does not match the list of 'impacted' vins. There is no location where the 'impacted" vins are located for public view and I am very disappoint with the way gm is and has handled this issue. How it is possible that a document does not include the vins associated and you have to trust the dealership to tell you if your vehicle qualifies. I am including the special coverage bulletin below, as well as a forum of upset customers who also have this vehicle. Https://gm.oemdtc.com/tsb/sb-10057977-8108.pdf https://www.equinoxforum.net/23-equinox-general-discussion/15305-rear-main-seal-leak-2.html I hope to see gm make this right in the future and support the safety of their customers. I can say that my family all work for gm and I purposely went with gm for this reason. Unless this is corrected, I will not again. Sincerely, [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
My 2012 equinox has about 122,000 miles on it. I bout it in 2012, new. About 3 weeks ago, it frequently began to jerk and almost stall out when in drive and at a stop. I would have to put it in neutral most times to keep it from jerking so hard. It also ran very loudly. Then a few days ago the engine light came on, but then went off after I filled up my gas tank. I took my car to the dealership yesterday and they said my car was low on oil, so I told them that it was due for an oil change and they did. But the also said that I needed to replace my timing chain, which would be about $2000 dollars and they said that my car may be burning oil and if that's the case then I would need to replace timing chain and pistons and the price would be double. I picked my car up yesterday after the oil was changed and the care drove fine. Then, this afternoon while in the car line to pick up my son from school. My car completely stalled out while in drive and at a complete stop. It easily restarted but then stalled out again about 2 minutes late in the line. I was able to make it home after that but I am now concerned for my family's safety when driving a car that stalls out while in drive. I read up on my vehicle and found that there are numerous complaints from others with the same make,model, and year. Something definitely needs to be done about this as gm doesn't seem to care. Thank you.
Briefly, for the last month and a half I have experienced rough idle on start and rough idle & stall with the car losing power and going dead at red lights and in traffic while in drive. I took the car to the auto mechanic and stored codes suggested replacing o2 sensors, the catalytic converter and a tune-up would resolve the issue; I replaced all of the above to the tune of 1400.00; the issue of rough idling, stall & losing power, going dead at the light/ sitting in traffic has not resolved. The 2012 equinox is not safe to drive; it just keeps stalling and going dead/losing power while in drive. I have spent almost 1400.00 trying to diagnose and fix this issue since december 1. My car does not have the cel but still idles roughly, stalls and loses power/stops randomly at red lights and in traffic. I have been unable to safely use the 2012 equinox for approximately three out of the four weeks of december. Out of frustration I googled my experiences with the car and discovered that this apparently is a common issue that was found in the 2011 model (see the federal safety agency id# 10430919; 10437891; 10499684 & 10413320. Recall#11195 & 12312. Bulletin #pi0562, pi0202a, pip4716 & pi0469). Apparently this issue was not fixed or addressed in subsequent models as I have been unable to locate a service bulletin or recall although my car a 2012 chevrolet equinox is having the same issue. The consumer should not have to pay 1,000's of dollars diagnosing and fixing known manufacture defects. Subsequent vehicles made after the issue was found in th 2011 should have been fixed or should be covered under service bulletins & recalls especially since the car idles rough when starting, loses power and cuts off while in drive with your foot on the brake in stop & go highway traffic or at street red lights- this is very unsafe and can result in an unnecessary accident or even god forbid a fatality.
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