In summer of 2021, the car was making a noise when driving, then it started lurching forward when stopped at a light or stop sign with foot on pedal. Took it to dealer and they said the timing belt needed to be replaced, which I had them replace. A few months later, same thing was happening so I took it back and was told that the problem now was that the engine was burning oil and I needed to check the oil every 1000 miles. I have since driven it less than 4000 miles and have had to put 3 quarts of oil in car. I understand that GM issued letters to 2013 Equinox owners about this problem but not 2014 owners. Based on reading the complaints in this website, I think its safe to say that its a problem with the 2014 models as well.
2014 Chevrolet Equinox engine complaints
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Recently the "check engine light came on, scheduled the car for service at the local GM dealership. The car only has 67700 miles on it, and the timing belt needs to be replaced. I believe this is ridiculous, this shouldn't be an issuse at all. The cost to repair the timing chain with labor is arounf the 2k mark. I understand this to be a problem with this engine type, and was advised to submit a complaint.
The rear oil seal busted and was losing oil,which as you know if your out and about and this happens it can damage or lock up your engine.And GM sent out a service bulletin about this problem but won’t cover my repair because our Vin# doesn’t show up,but it clearly says 2010-2014 Chevy Equinox .
1. Malfunction: engine assembly consumes oil. yes can be inspected 2.Safety; engine could seize while driving and cause an accident because of power fire and vehicle coming to an abrupt stop. 3. NO, but the manufacturer did settle a lawsuit due to the same problem on previous year models. Engine components were found to be of poor quality causing premature failure. 4. When checking oil. oil was low. Oil becomes burnt very quickly. Also oil consumption is beyond belief. consumed 2 quarts of oil from Williams Az. to Los New Mexico approximately 350-360 miles. The problem has become more severe over time.
My 2014 Equinox is going through engine oil so frequently. I have to put at least a quart in every time I fuel up. My oil light that indicates when I am low on oil never comes on. It never warns me that I am low and I first figured it out after my engine started to make a clicking noise when I had my engine oil changed only 3 weeks before that and I had no oil left in my vehicles engine. It does not leak the oil as I never have a puddle under my car. It does not burn it out the exhaust. This is a huge issue and safety concern as it can potentially damage my engine causing more money worth of damage than the vehicle itself is worth and leaving me stranded on the side of the road and without a vehicle is not okay, especially with children potentially being stranded. If my car were to break down due to this issue then I am a sitting duck on the side of the Highway/freeway for other cars to potentially hit me.
My engine currently burns a large amount of oil and I consistently have to refill it. I see this is a common problem with the 2014 Chevy Equinox with the 4 cylinder, 2.4 liter engine and I feel should constitute a recall. The only alternative would be I must pay for my engine to be replaced.
While driving the vehicle at about 30 miles an hour it stalled. Engine just shut off, but restarted. Then at the next stop light it stalled out again, but restarted. I was about 2 miles from a place I could pull over, when I did pull over, the car would not start again. Had to have it towed to a repair shop, where I was told that I needed a whole new engine. The check engine light never came on, in fact no lights every came on to indicate an issue of any kind. I got my oil changes regularly. This is not safe vehicle. Two different repair shops have looked at the vehicle. Both are in agreement that there is no compression left in the engine. Both repair shops have told me that they have repaired at least 8-15 Chevy's with this same issue. After investigating this issue, it seems to be KNOWN one. Not sure why Chevy isn't standing by their product.
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and coming to a stop at a stop sign, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled in the middle of the street. The contact was able to restart the vehicle however, the vehicle started shuddering while driving. The vehicle then stalled without warning. The contact continued driving to her residence. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic who inspected the vehicle but could not duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was concerned that the vehicle was consuming oil and causing the failure of the engine. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
My engine light has come on twice. The car feel like it wants to shut off. When I turn the car off it shakes.
The contact owned a 2014 Chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving and turning into her driveway, the check engine warning light illuminated an abnormal sound was heard coming from the vehicle. The contact turned off the vehicle. The following day, the contact’s mother inspected the vehicle and noticed that there was no oil in the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the timing chain had a fracture and the engine needed to be replaced. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The vehicle was not drivable. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 169,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated while driving from a complete stop, the vehicle loss motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuel injector sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.
I keep putting oil in my car like it's gas. I'm using 1 quart for every fill up. Which is a lot and it's a known problem with this vehicle and should be recalled.
Traveling on the highway the car made a clanging sound, then I looked at my dash and it said the motor was slowing down. So ii got to the side of the highway and stopped. Called the wrecker and when it was being put on the truck was when I saw the oil under it. While waiting for help I contacted the onstar system they ran a dio for my trouble, but it only came back as "have it services soon". The dealer said the pvc had stuck and blew the motor, it would cost 7000.00+ to replace the motor. And would not buy it against a new car purchase.
Excessive oil consumption between oil changes and no warning signal of low oil burns 1 quart of oil every 2 weeks
Engines are burning to much oil causing the engine to need to be replaced
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently down shifted with a loud sound. The vehicle would not accelerate when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer - coad chevrolet (517 s kings highway, cape girardeau, mo 63703, 573‑335‑5581) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure however, no assistance was provided. The approximate failure mileage was 57,000.
Excessive oil consumption. Car runs out of oil before oil change is due.
Same problem as bulletin 14882 driving on the freeway no warning light engine started rattling car smoke lost power car died oil everywhere pcv valve froze due to excession engine oil burning and blew the engine $2300 dollars later supposedly fixed my car has not been rt since filed complaint with chevy I was told my VIN not not part of the service bulletin I have read the same isssue over and over I car is back in the shop today 3.24.21 still having issues will never buy chevy again
The vehicle will stall whenever stopped at a red light or stop sign and in drive. Have to put it in neutral to keep RPM at normal level, otherwise it will go down to 500 RPM or shut off. Vehicle rattles and shakes when driving. Cleaned the throttle body, replaced o2 sensor, had the engine rebuilt 6 months ago because of a recall. This is highly unsafe, unreliable and absolutely not ok for a car with 87,000 miles. There needs to be a recall because it is obvious from reading through different forums on the internet that a lot of other people have the same exact issue at different mileages.
Vehicle has 55000 miles and check engine light is on. In scanning the car I was told that p0010 the intake positions actuator circuit and p0013 exhaust camshaft position actuator circuit needed to be serviced to the tune of between 1200.00 and 1500.00 dollars which is normal for these cars I. Think this is bs I have oil changed every 2000 miles or 3 months with castrol dexos 5w30 and lucas oil stabilizer. Sounds like this should be covered by yhe manufacturer.
I star hearing as quick noise in the engine and after a day the engeen is no longer good ,I I'm paying a mechanic to replace engine
My car has the same problem as bulletin 14882 states. On a day it was 0 degrees my car started smoking and the engine started rattling. I pulled off the highway and saw oil coming out between the motor and transmission. Bulletin 14882 states that 2010 thru 2014 equinox cars with the 2.4 ecotec have this problem due to frozen pcv valve and the motor building up pressure blowing out the rear main seal. My car has 80,000 miles on it. The bulletin states that cars under 10 yers old or under 120,000 miles is to be covered. Cheverolet says my VIN is not in this recall. I was on the highway 10 minutes after leaving my house when this happened. The car is not able to be driven and had to be towed.
Was driving the vehicle, started hearing knocking sound and within minutes a loud bang and the car came to a halt. Got out and checked under the hood and all the oil in the vehicle drained onto the ground.
While driving down a rural road in cold temps my engine started to leak oil after hearing a pop and causing my engine to leak all the oil out of it
I was driving on the interstate and the low oil pressure light flashed, followed by the oil light and then it started alarming, I pulled over immediately and had my vehicle towed. This happened on one of the frigid chicago days. It was diagnosed pvc valve froze which caused vacuum pressure that caused rear main seal to have major oil leak. My engine was ruined.
Chevrolet equinox has an abnormal amount of oil consumption. Every 1,500 miles or lower it has to be replaced with more oil, at least a 1 quart to 2 because it gets so low so fast.
No oil in vehicle. No oil light warning. Did not start. Towed to chevy dealer they replaced timing chain and oil loss issue never solved. Was recommended to speak to senior advisors. But all they ever say is that this vehicle had no recalls. When checking different websites I find this is a big issue with equinox's from 2014-2017. Would like to know how they draw the line on what gets recalled and what doesn't. This vehicle falls within the parameters and years that gm had this problem. Can't get any answers from them. I'm very disappointed. Grew up and always had a gm auto. This will be our last.
Engine oil consumption. Vehicle is consuming 4 quarts of oil per week. This results in a loud vehicle, and shaking during a stop. There is no leak in the oil canister, for I have spent $1100 on it recently. The engine is burning the oil at an unreasonable rate.
Engine was burning oil at an alarming rate, was starting to stall whenever the vehicle came to a stop while in drive, and was louder than normal. Sent vehicle to the dealership and was informed the pvc manifold needed to be replaced. Was also told this is a common problem with this vehicle. The total cost was $812.00 with parts and labor to replace. The car has under 100k miles and apparently gm will not cover the cost in anyway. Was also told this issue could have caused my engine to blow if not caught in enough time.
Pcv valve failed; allowed pressure build up in crank case which then blew the rear main seal. $1,600 bill for this. A look online shows this happens repeatedly on this vehicle, but no recall issued by manufacturer and no compensation for the repairs
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