2017 Chevrolet Equinox: fire, smoke or burning smell

Filed Oct 24, 2024 · Electrical, Engine · PA · fire

Driving down a 4 lane busy highway. Going 65 when the car made a pop sound. We pulled over. Car caught on fire 5 mins after we were out

Filed Apr 4, 2024 · Engine, Steering · PA

I am writing to address a critical issue involving my 2017 Chevrolet vehicle, which poses a significant safety hazard. I purchased this car from Faulkner Subaru in Bethlehem in 2022. The specific component failure relates to the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system, particularly the lack of a traditional PCV valve and the presence of a fixed orifice vacuum port in the intake manifold. This component is available for inspection upon request. The safety of myself, my passengers, and other road users was compromised due to the sudden and significant oil leakage caused by the malfunctioning PCV system. This not only endangered our safety but also posed a serious risk to others on the road. While the problem has not been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center, it is a well-documented issue with ongoing litigation against Chevrolet. However, there are currently no active recalls addressing the problem. There were no warning lamps, messages, or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure. The incident occurred suddenly while driving, with the strong smell of burning oil and subsequent oil leakage being the first indications of a problem. Your immediate attention to this matter and intervention on behalf of affected consumers is crucial. I urge Chevrolet to address this safety concern through a formal safety recall and to take responsibility for rectifying this manufacturing defect.

Filed Jan 22, 2024 · Engine · 107,000 miles · GA

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while accelerating from a stop, there was white smoke coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. There was a trail, and a puddle of oil underneath the vehicle. The contact who is an independent mechanic and stated that there was a rear main seal leak, and the engine might need to be replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 107,000.

Filed Jan 5, 2024 · Engine, Fuel system · GA · fire

On 12/31/23, my 2017 Chevrolet Equinox burst into flames in the driveway. I had not driven it in three weeks due to a medical problem, so my husband cranked up the car and idled briefly to keep the battery operational. About 15 minutes after he exited the SUV, it caught fire. I have seen recalls for other model years that describe the Equinox's excessive oil consumption, which can lead to engine fires and other hazards. Although there is no recall on the 2017 model, those complaints are consistent with my experience. The insurance company has declared the car a total loss.

Filed Jan 18, 2023 · Engine · 102,000 miles · MO

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle, and the rear crankshaft seal was leaking oil onto the ground. The contact stated that the failure was a recurring failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a clogged PCV system causing the rear crankshaft seal to leak oil. The dealer determined that the crankcase seal needed to be replaced and the PCV orifice needed to be cleaned. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact related the failure to Technical Service Bulletin: 14882 (Plugged PCV Orifice in Intake Manifold) however, the vehicle was not covered by the TSB. The failure mileage was approximately 102,000.

Filed Jul 14, 2017 · Electrical · 3,800 miles · OH · fire

Tl* the contact owned a 2017 chevrolet equinox. While waiting at a red light, a fire started under the dashboard. The contact exited the vehicle before it became engulfed in flames. The police department was not present. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. The vehicle was towed to a junk yard and then retrieved by the manufacturer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was taken to sweeney chevrolet/gmc in youngstown, ohio due to a buzzing noise emerging from the engine, even while parked in the garage. The dealer diagnosed that the noise was due to the vehicle's computer rebooting. The insurance company determined that the vehicle was destroyed. The approximate failure mileage was 3,800.