Chevrolet Equinox jerking problems

Filed Nov 6, 2026 · Driver assistance · IA

I feel I have a lemon! I’m worried the electronical things are bad. I want my 2019 Equinox back! I have received more tire pressure warnings in three months than the six years I owned the 2019! And why a warning at 630 am while it’s sitting in my garage? BIGGEST concern-The lane departure warning does NOT come on until I’m OFF the road on the right and NOT until I’m in the left lane! My salesman has driven it and knows this. Who’s at fault if an accident? I was backing out of my garage slowly and within 10’ hit the front of granddaughters parked car. Nothing in my screen and no warning! I have also never experienced no internet connection near my home. I have left my home and not had connection for 7-8-9-10 miles. Never has that happened before. And yes, I know they are spots this will happen. The radio keeps running after I shut off my car, get out and shut the door. Repeatedly. I have video. On cruise it will jerk and slow down with not another vehicle in sight. The light in the rear vied mirror flashes on when no vehicle is in sight. I also have had issues with the radio. Why doesn’t it stay on the station I was listening too? And searching for what I want is rediculas. And NO light button. Changes have to be made on the screen! We have a hands free law with our phones and now we have to go to the car screen to do anything! And why does the info have to also be on the steering wheel screen? The changes are a distraction! Why are you making the car like a phone ? Just like looking at tire pressures, oil change, trip info, etc. Before, as I was driving, I could hit the button on the steering wheel and checks ALL these out. Now I have to try and find the right place to even begin to search for it. My belly rolls every time I get in this car. And my belly knows! Something is not right with this car. And some of the changes made should not have been made. Thank you for keeping the compass. Thank you for xm radio availability. I do not like this 2027 Equiniox

Filed Oct 27, 2026 · Fuel system · 70,000 miles · IL

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle started jerking and surging forward, and the engine power was reduced, causing the vehicle to decelerate. The contact depressed the brake pedal and turned on the hazard lights to move to a safe place, and the vehicle was towed to the residence. After parking the vehicle overnight, the vehicle was started; however, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a certified mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the high-pressure fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer cleared the fault codes and advised the customer to change the high-pressure pump if the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact researched and found information about Technical Service Bulletin: N242450160, the federal safety agency ID Number: 11009677 (Fuel/Propulsion System); and contacted the manufacturer, who informed the contact that the vehicle was not included. The manufacturer referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Filed Oct 16, 2026 · Driver assistance, Steering · TX

When passing a vehicle, the equinox jerks and swerves like it's losing control. This has happened twice.

Filed Oct 4, 2026 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · GA · crash · 2 injuries

The driver pulled into a parking space at a local pharmacy. The space directly faced the building and was separated from the building by a sidewalk that was approximately 6 feet wide. After pulling into the parking space and releasing the accelerator (the vehicle was in the single pedal driving mode, so the motor braking should have been activated) the vehicle instead experienced three problems/failures. (1) Sudden Unintended Acceleration - The vehicle suddenly lurched forward without driver input. (2) The Automatic Emergency Braking System failed to activate or to override the acceleration command, even though the vehicle was directly facing the wall of the building, which was only a few feet away. (3) The Collision Warning System failed to activate. The system should have displayed a large red box with an X through it in the Heads Up Display to warn of the pending building impact. No warning was received.

Filed Sep 24, 2026 · Engine, Transmission · 89,000 miles · ME

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard, but the vehicle hesitated to accelerate before lurching forward. Additionally, the vehicle lost motive power while driving 60-70 MPH and decelerated to 10 MPH. The engine revved while stopped at a red light, and the RPM was at HIGH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer on six occasions for the recurring failure. The contact stated that DTC: P0401 and P0521 were retrieved and cleared after securing the air box cover after the first failure. The second time, the EGR housing was clogged with carbon, and the oil sensor failed internally and was replaced. The third time, the wiring harness and unknown sensors were replaced. The fourth time, an unknown sensor and module were replaced. The fifth time, the dealer replaced the transmission with a used transmission, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was then taken back to the dealer, and it was determined that the driver's side CV axle seal, NOx sensor 1, MAF sensor, passenger side front wheel bearing, two front tires, four TPMS, intake manifold, and air temperature sensor mount needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure by phone. The failure mileage was approximately 89,000.

Filed Sep 15, 2026 · CA

The vehicle intermittently triggers steering control, brake assist, and parking brake warnings during both highway and city driving, particularly when coming to a complete stop. These alerts are associated with a slight jerk in the steering wheel upon acceleration and a transient locking sensation across the steering, accelerator, and brake systems before functionality is restored; additionally, the check engine light is now illuminated.

Filed Aug 20, 2026 · Acceleration, Engine · IL

Engine power reduced Car will not accelerate Jerks after a long stop Have replaced engine and transmission same problem occurred

Filed Aug 19, 2026 · Acceleration · IN

Car failing to accelerate properly when pushing gas peddle to floor, delay for couple seconds/ longest was 30 seconds before car registered need to move. No defined time its happening intermittently, no warning or codes populating for issue. Recent issue Car was only registered 5 mph after pulling into street from a parking lot with pedal to the floor. After 30 ish seconds car jerks speeding forward at the expected force with pedal to floor. Car Basically was not moving and risked being hit by cars not realizing we are having acceleration issues. Luckily no cars coming and other traffic was stopped by red light. Took to repair shop they had it for 2 days and confirmed issue but all tests were cleared and areas check passed. Research showed known issue but no fix found. Issue started within last 2 weeks. Note current heat wave and online forms says other with same issue on 2020 Chevy equinox seems to notice issue more often when extreme heat weather and ac on high in car. Repair shop had no options for repair unless it happens and codes for them to read, recommend trading in car due to safety issue.

Filed Aug 6, 2026 · Engine, Steering · IL

The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that after the dealer performed a transmission flush, the check engine warning light intermittently illuminated while driving. Additionally, the steering wheel jerked abnormally, and the radio went blank while driving. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was then taken to an independent mechanic, and the engine filter was replaced and another unknown part was also replaced, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Jul 2, 2026 · Engine · 9,600 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was a loud ticking sound coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle started jerking, vibrating, and decelerating before it stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed with bearing and push rod failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The engine was replaced, but days later, the contact discovered engine oil was leaking from the vehicle onto the driveway. The vehicle was driven back to the dealer, who discovered a pinhole in the engine intake manifold, which had caused the engine oil leak. The intake manifold was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,600.