Engine runs rich with a P0172 code and requires a new fuel pump to resolve the issue. Causes an engine light, fluctuating tach reading at idle, excess fuel consumption, and some performance issues as the computer figures out how to compensate.
2013 Chevrolet Equinox fuel system complaints
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My car received a recall and special coverage notice some months ago and the recall part for the oxygen sensor was fixed but the special coverage they are not wanting to fix the dealership or Gm motors. My Cadillac converter made my pistons go bad because of the oil consumption and there was an open special coverage that I was not notified of last year in 2020 that closed and that would cover the piston ring where so they’re saying they will not cover it anymore even though it was caused by the Cadillac converter that is in the special coverage that is still open for 2022. The dealership at the Chevrolet here in my hometown tells me they are not going to fix it because the coverage is expired on both ends and they’re tired of dealing with me and to go pick up my car. They have also even recommended me to just fill it up with oil every 2500 miles when in reality it’s not even driving those 2500 miles When it eats up the oil. I am risking my car engine blowing out due to this. I am only 19 years old I got this car start my first job and I need it for my job I am risking losing my employment due to this also. They even recommended me that I could drive to my job that’s two hours at a distance back-and-forth so that would be four hours a day and that nothing would happen the next day my engine light turned on showing that the oil fill line was very low. Then they are saying that my paperwork is expired but it is not plus on the paperwork for the special coverage it say that if it is aspired to still fix the deal with the oil consumption. They are taking advantage of me because I am a young woman who is only 19 and they think that I do not know anything about it I feel unsafe driving my car and I want them to fix what needs to be fixed. They are telling me they will not fix it anymore even though the special coverage is still current and they are tired of dealing with me.They told me to go pick up my car because they will not fix it. I am tired of not being heard.
While traveling down one of the main highways outside of Stillwater Ok. While heading into Stillwater our 2013 Equinox lost power and died. We were almost rear ended my a semi. Thank goodness he swerved and we were able to partially be able to coast to the side of the road. As soon as we got to the shoulder and put the car in Park a HUGE puddle of oil gushed out of the car and it had to be towed. The excessive oil consumption that we were not aware of ( and we faithfully had our cars maintained, oil changed, etc) and destroyed the engine of our car. When I first started contacting GM,Chevrolet etc. I was told there was nothing wrong. We put in over $6,000 in our 2013 equinox and would appreciate very much a reimbursement. Thanks- Mp
Engine timing was off about a year ago. Had to get my vehicle towed and spend a lot to repair it. Low oil was spotted at that point, but the special warranty wasn't out yet detailing to replace catalytic converter and o2 sensors if there was high rates of oil consumption. Nearly a year later, and I'm seeing timing issues again. I am not seeing high engine oil consumption yet. I believe there are many additional issues wrong with these engines from 2010-2017 equinox/terrain that have still not been addressed. People are experiencing these issues and having their whole engines replaced multiple times just for the issues to come back on a new engine.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact noticed that the vehicle would consume an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact had to add a quart of oil every 2,000 miles. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to pinegar chevrolet (769 e, us-60, republic, mo 65738) where it was diagnosed with the 02 sensors needing to be replaced. The contact related the issue to an unknown recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.
My 2013 equinox has a oil consumption issue and a engine noise ,causing the engine to turn off while driving, loosing the power brakes, steering causing loos of control of the vehicle
2013 chevrolet equinox. Check engine light illuminated. Code p0014 code definition camshaft position 'b' - timing over-advanced or system performance (bank 1) replaced both intake and exhaust vvt. Vehicle is losing about a quart of oil every 1000 miles. Took to dealer. Did a diagnostic. Old code found, no new "problems" found. Was told running normal. It died 2 times on the way home. This caused my vehicle to stall while attempting to take off at a green light, almost causing a rear end accident two times. Fortunately, I didn't need to break or I would have probably hit another vehicle. After reading other reviews, this appears to be a continuation of a 2011 problem with the equinox. We were in the process of looking at a chevy tahoe, but with chevy's history it appears we'll look at a different brand.
After performing a diagnostic check on january 15th 2021, I was informed by jefferson chevrolet that my engine light was on because of the timing chain and misfiring pistons. I have not had this car six months. It has a hundred and one thousand miles on it and I have been excessively adding oil. Even the prior visit in december 2020, the representative at jefferson chevrolet in detroit michigan informed me that my car had no oil after a recent oil change and that he could not perform any inspections until they perform another oil change. I would like information on how to receive payment from the manufacturer to repair my vehicle.
My 2013 equinox chevy, I was driving down on the highway without engine light warning. Acting funny till I got home... Then the engine light came on, next morning we were going to take it to gm for take a look at but won't stay running. Still didn't give any alert.
Hello, I bought this 2013 2 weeks ago. Had it checked out by the mechanic at the dealership for an extra charge and they said nothing was wrong with it! Fast forward 2 weeks to the day I got the car....check engine lights came on...oil etc....took to mechanic and they said there was no oil, I got a $100 oil change and the next day the oil was gone again and has created me a problem now that I can't get to and from. What's going on? How come consumers aren't being made aware of the oil consumption issue before purchasing a vehicle? Disgusting!
My eco-tec engine burns oil. I have had the engine worked on twice for the same repair resulting in over $3,000 paid out of pocket. I have my oil changed every 3000 miles or less. I also have to add 2-3 quarts of oil on a weekly basis. Additionally, now my vehicle is experiencing a fuel issue where I'm now burning fuel.
On more than one occasion my equinox turned off while I was driving. The first time it happened I was driving home (on the streets), and when I slowed down to turn and began to step on the accelerator the SUV turned off. In the middle of the street. Another time it happened on the freeway while I was driving through slow traffic. Once again, after having to slow down, when I stepped on the accelerator the SUV turned off. On the freeway!!! I could've been killed and I wouldn't have been at fault for it. This is a deadly issue with this SUV. I've had this equinox since the beginning of 2019 and I keep up with the maintenance on it. I should not be having life threatening issues with this SUV
While having the engine disassembled to replace faulty piston assemblies that caused excessive oil consumption it was found the high pressure fuel pump was leaking. It was also found that the exhaust manifold was cracked and the o2 sensor and catalytic converter was worn sufficiently to warrant replacement. It was commented that the fuel in the lubricating oil due to the leaking high pressure fuel pump likely enriched the exhaust via the pcv system to overheat the exhaust manifold, o2 sensor and converter. Total cost of repairs not covered by the faulty piston assembly claim # 2304031 consisting of replacement of high pressure fuel pump, exhaust manifold, o2 sensor, catalytic converter and required gasket was $1,975.38 us dollars labor included.
The vehicle was at a stop sign. Turning right, it started to stall and then finally took off. This was the first instance of something potentially wrong. When we made it to work, it appeared to be ok. When we started it, exhaust appeared to come from under the hood and exhaust fumes were entering the cabin of the vehicle. To make it home safely, we lowered the windows. When we started it, there is noticeably a change in engine noise, the smell of burning oil, and oil covers the underside of the vehicle. We searched online to see what may be the cause, and we found a class-action lawsuit in florida which describes our vehicle's issues almost perfectly. Oil consumption is high, it's not safe to drive, exhaust entering the cabin is deadly, and the change of the engine sound.
Gas petal is sticking and will not release until I pump the breaks
The check engine light is in. I had onstar run a vehicle diagnostic and the code back as a p00013. Then I had reilly's auto part run a diagnostic and they came back with codes p00013 and p00011 for the camshaft sensors. I've talked to others that own or have owned this vehicle and they all have experienced this problem. I have gas fumes backing up into the car when I turn the air that is dangerous choking and gives me a headache. I have to run the AC system off as soon as the fumes start. It's summer and hit so I have to ride with the widows down but that's not helping. But that's truly besides the point. Has backing up in the vehicle is dangerous and many equinox owners are having problems or chevy owners in general are have continued problems with this. Why is there not a repair for this issue? I love my chevy but hate this issue. I have another mechanic coming by today to run a more thorough computer diagnostic that said this maybe a 1200 to 1300 fix because in his experience replacing the camshafts haven't stopped the vehicle from having an issue from other vehicles he have worked with in the pass. Gas fumes are released in the car as soon as the AC is turned on but they start as soon as the car is started.
Vehicle stopped unexpectedly no system warning and then check engine light came on. The mechanic says the steel shavings were going into head gasket from over oil comsuption.
At random the car will idle rough drop rpms smell like it is loading up on fuel and die the car always restarts.
The vehicle blew a rear main seal from an accumulation of sludge in the manifold. Gm knows about the problem and had issued a select special coverage that doesn't cover all equinoxes model years 2010-2014. This vehicle left the driver stranded and had to be towed. The repair cost was over 2100 dollars and gm has refused to cover the bill. The issue was well known to them as a design defect yet they are refusing the repair stating that it happened outside the warranty. Apparently only certain areas of the country were covered under their special coverage.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that exhaust fumes seeped into the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to shults resale center of olean (3004 w state st, olean, ny 14760 (716) 372-1400) to be diagnosed, but no failure could be found. The dealer referred the contact elsewhere. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic, but they also could not find a failure. The manufacturer suggested that the contact take the vehicle to another gm dealer. The contact stated that the vehicle was still under warranty. The failure mileage was 103,294. *bf.
Just as everyone else has stated, my 2013 equinox is burning oil and stalls at slow speeds or a stop. I took it to my dealership several times towards the end of my 5 year extended warranty, and they kept "fixing things". The most recent fix was one month after my extended warranty ended, and the repairs were close to $4,000. This repair involved replacing pistons/rings and replacing the timing chain. The very next day following this expensive repair, I drove it to work and it stalled 14 times, due to slowing/stopping of rush-hour. I almost had an accident merging onto the highway, because other drivers assumed I was "moving with the flow" and they don't stop. I immediately called the dealership... They have my car now and said they will look at it and "try something else". Over several few months prior to this, they did the oil consumption test, reset the timing chain, and a bunch of other things (it was still under the 5-yr extended warranty then). I asked why there was no recall?, and they told me because none of this was safety-related. How is this not safety issue?! As I mentioned, they currently have my vehicle, and I fear what the repairs will be for another attempt as solving the problem. I feel like the dealership is trying their best, but perhaps their hands are tied. If the federal safety agency determines this not to be a safety issue, then it certainly should be considered fraud on behalf of chevy corporation.
Diagnostic code p0011 generic timing over advanced inake camshift position (bank 1) car is hesitating and bumpy at lights, stop signs and in reverse has stalled out several times - fix to that code said to change oil that did not solve the problem, continues to stall - has been carefully maintained
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the service engine and stability warning indicators illuminated. While driving at unknown speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but failed to respond. The accelerator pedal traveled to the floorboard and the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that there was carbon build up within the air port and exhaust manifold, and a higher grade of fuel was needed. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and opened case number: 8-4115305233. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was 114,000. *tt consumer stated the service engine light has come on april20,21,23,28; may 3,4,13,17,26,27,31. Each time it will shut off on own. Sometimes engine will sputter when shutting off and at next start engine light will come on, was told to use higher grade of gas. Have been using 93 since march 2018.
I have taken my car to chevrolet multiple times because it cuts out when idling and sometimes driving. The dealership I purchased it from told me around 40000 miles that sometimes 'you just get a bad apple.' they replaced my motor under warranty about 20,000 miles ago with a brand new motor and now my car is doing the exact same thing. I contacted customer care at chevrolet and they told me to take it to the closest dealer to get a diagnostic test run at my expense because my warranty is out... Mind you I have been dealing with the same issue since I bought my car... And when I called the dealership, they told me that they couldn't service my vehicle because I didn't have the warranty work done at that location. I can't even drive my car because we've almost been rear ended multiple times and I have very small children. I can't drive all the way back to the dealership that replaced it when I am the one paying for the diagnostic exam anyway....so I keep getting conflicting responses from chevy and their dealerships. I have gotten the run around since I bought my car brand new off the lot. I just almost have it paid off and can't afford for them to keep screwing me around, nor can I afford a new car. My car loses the engine but all battery functions work. It happens while idling, driving slowly and even on the highway! It's so dangerous and many people complain about the same issues with the same car if researched online.
Service engine light comes on frequently. Car runs very rough. Stalls. Took to dealer. Report received: in ambient temperatures 100 f degrees or higher, dtcs p2635 and/or p108b may set. The vehicle may also exhibit a hesitation or stalling condition. Cause: excessively hot and sustained ambient temps over 100 f degrees causing vaport buildup in fuel feed line. Advised to use greater than 91 octane fuel, keep in covered garage. There is no fix! What has happened to us: while driving on interstate, when trying to accelerate, car bogs down and will not accelerate, slowing while in heavy traffic. On way home, 96 degree day, two babies in car with groceries, stopped at a light on heavily traveled, two lane road, car stalls out and will not restart for several minutes. While coming off the interstate this morning, the car almost stalled again. If car will stall while idling or accelerating, this could easily cause an accident. To be told there is no fix for this problem is extremely concerning.
Car stalls and loses power while driving losing steerage and controll of the vehicle
6 months after purchase car began stalling. Vehicle always was low on oil, even with proper maintenance. Loss of acceleration speed and stalling became usual. Finally after filling the tank it stalled and would not start so we had it towed. Timing chain was the reason given so $3600 later I figured it was fixed. Not the case. Oil was still having to be added and 1.5 years later while driving, the motor has blown. We still owe 9k on a car that is inoperable and also usaa requires us to keep our insurance. I
Vehicle stopped twice trying to pull into my driveway.
During traffic in a 25 MPH zone, I lightly pressed the gas pedal, and my car accelerated on its own. Rpm's jumped significantly. I have taken my car to a dealership and reported smelling fuel in my oil. They replaced the hi pressure fuel pump, but the fuel is still getting into my oil.
While driving on turnpike at about 75, stability control message can up followed by reduced engine power message. Car reduced speed very quickly while in moderate traffic. Managed to move to shoulder safely, however car would not restart. Powered off vehicle for a few minutes. When turned back on to attempt restart, messages are gone but left check engine light. Vehicle would turnover and sputter but would not remain running.
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