2005 Chevrolet Equinox Suspension Problems
- 36
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 36 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- drive shaft · 7 records
- wheel bearings · 6 records
- bearings replaced · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 10 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering · Suspension
Tl-the contact owns a 2004 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that she bought the vehicle used back on 02/2019. The drive shaft fell out of the vehicle on 07/2019 and an independent mechanic deemed the vehicle undrivable on 12/23/19. The contact called the state police for vehicle fraud an dwas still waiting for a callback. The contact also contacted county attorney general an received no assistance. The contact…
ODI 11298077
Power Train · Service Brakes · Suspension
100000k miles and the transmission locks up huge problems with wheel bearings and problems with abs system
ODI 11090847
Service Brakes · Suspension · Wheels
I bought this car used in 2026 i have not had it a year yet and after the first month it has been in for repairs, the wheels sounds like they are coming off at times, it sounds like something is dragging underneath, brakes scrubs even with my placing new one on, sometime it feel like transmission is going out, it pulls hard at time. Even tho this car is old can i still take it in for recall problems. I was not told…
ODI 10983411
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train · Suspension
When i 1st bought the car had to change the suspension, head gasket, antifreeze is disappearing can't see where it's going key comes out the ignition vin#[xxx] purchased on 8/19/15. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
ODI 10916037
Power Train · Service Brakes · Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that there was water entering the map light. The contact also heard an abnormal noise in the rear of the vehicle, the suspension was unstable pertaining to the control arm, and the axle was leaking fluid without warning. The steering wheel also made a grinding noise when turned, the automatic transmision hesitated, the throttle was light, and it was…
ODI 10788774
Electronic Stability Control · Steering · Suspension
Please note in order to try to avid an accident in which nardone electric truck,broadsided my driver side on a complete screpedown on my vehicle, and afterward after i left the expressway 93 n in boston ,15 minutes later after i stopped at a convenience store,my vehicle would not turn left or right only straight... *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10633273
Suspension
Please note i have been complaining about this vehicle with other problems has bad front end parts .this time it was diagnosed with front end parts that could fall off front gears etc,i had just spent over $1000 on the front end .this vehicle is a piece a junk i want chevy to fix at their dealer for free here in mass at [xxx] my phone number. Another one of chevy bonehead defects. My address is [xxx] information…
Crash reported
ODI 10592513
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Suspension
Received vehicle upon my mothers passing. Had 45k on it, garaged and only in town driving. In just over year i have had to replace rear rocker joint, ac unit, front right speaker, front brakes and starter. Now, there is a water noise under hood and truck is starting to rock when at stop light. It is also trying to run hot but no lights, leaks or issue can be found. The back spoiler was loose http before then and…
ODI 10679460
Power Train · Suspension
My center bearings were replaced about 3yrs ago thought it was a fluke though i had heard from many people that this was an ongoing problem. Clunking began under my car again so i knew what it was. Took it to the mechanic and the center bearings were broke again and the bearings and the back of the driveshaft also. The rear u joint was also broken. This is ridiculous as well as dangerous. I take good care of my car…
ODI 10548845
Engine · Power Train · Suspension
This vehicle is a joke, i already put money down on it and have only had it a little over 2 weeks. 5 days it was actually in my possession but not able to drive it much. The rest of the time it was at the car lots mechanic, it dies driving down the road, it is hard to start and sometimes won't start after 10 tries, it is shifting hard and not when it is necessary( down shifting when speeding up) and it has a…
ODI 10546955
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Suspension
My remote would not lock the doors. Replaced batteries. It would lock and unlock once. Then nothing. Fuse blown. Replace fuse. Work once, blow fuse. Took to dealer after 3 months of not being able to access my trunk space, you can't open from inside or outside without remote. A wire inside the passenger door had somehow been severed??? How does that happen. $685 to fix.... Next huge issue: driving down road.. Front…
ODI 10497834
Suspension
Carrier bearing failed on chevrolet equinox. This appears to be a widespread problem with 2005 equinox. This is a potential safety issue that should be recalled and repaired by gm. *tt
ODI 10462734
Suspension
Rearend went out driving with my baby daughter in car, no warning whatsoever! Just bought 6 months ago now i have a large loan and no car, will not buy another chevy. *tr
ODI 10460860
Fuel System, Gasoline · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Suspension
Car doesn't start on first attempt. It tries, then even after i release the key it continues to start, like its stuck, i have to pump the gas to get it to start, and it acts flooded. I have spent close to $5000.00 dollars, brakes, wheel bearings, emergency brake. The front end began to feel very loose. The problem was that the struts prematurely failed and created a very dangerous driving condition. Replaced mounts…
ODI 10454856
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the abs and traction lights illuminated and when depressing the brakes, the vehicle would exhibit a loud grinding noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised her that they would replace the brakes and a hub bearing failure. The vehicle was later taken to the dealer and they advised the contact…
ODI 10450602
Electrical System · Front · Suspension
This complaint is in regards to the 2005 chevrolet equinox. This vehicle was purchased used in august 2009 with roughly 42000 miles from carmax in dulles, va. Since the purchase of this vehicle, i have spent nearly 3000 dollars in repairs as it seems that parts are wearing out or malfunctioning far earlier than typical. At about the 60000 mile mark, all four rotors and brakes needed to be replaced due to the rotors…
ODI 10410137
Suspension
2005 equinox struts went bad, making terrible thumping noise. *tr
ODI 10356152
Driveshaft · Emission Control · Suspension
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. While the contact was driving approximately 55 mph, she heard loud whining grinding noises outside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on the occasions for the same failure and the wheel bearings were replaced each time. The failure continued. Recently, the dealer replaced the drive shaft bearing and the driver side front upper strut mount along…
ODI 10358478
Power Train · Suspension
Not sure of exact first date clunking sounds under car took it in and the bearings that hold the drive shaft were broken. Mechanic said never saw something like that on a car without any other damage and that when he checked with local dealer was told that it was happening a lot. I reported to chevy also and yet they said there were no problems. *tr
ODI 10548844
Driveline · Suspension
Going down the road and my car started to vibrate had it checked and i was told it was the center support bearing . It felt like i had a tire out of balance but it was the bearing. Talked with alot of people on the internet and they are having the same trouble. *tr
ODI 10324939
Electrical System · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Suspension
Car doesn't start on first attempt. It tries, then even after i release the key it continues to start, like its stuck, i have to pump the gas to get it to start, and it acts flooded. Abs and traction control lights on. When i press on the brakes it feels stuck at the top and grinds and pulsates even though my brakes are good. I've had my speed sensors replaced twice , problem still ongoing. I have to push with all…
ODI 10435594
Driveshaft · Suspension
[redacted] shaft bearing wore down, vehicle never shook. There was a dragging noise i took it to the mechanic, he drove it, it ran smooth, he looked underneath and was able to move it 6 inches in all directions. Now have to replace the whole drive shaft. *tr
ODI 10295560
Driveshaft · Suspension
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 equinox. He stated that the front wheel bearings were replaced. He heard a peculiar noise in the vehicle after the wheel bearings were replaced. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and a technician concluded that the struts needed to be replaced. The part was on back order and no repairs were made. The failure mileage was 57,000. The current mileage was 67,000. Updated 11/12/09 *cn the…
ODI 10285498
Power Train · Suspension
The carrier bearing is faulty on 2005 equinoxes. Our mechanic told us this is a huge problem because it could cause the car to flip over. The major issue is that to repair the carrier bearing, they have to remove and replace the drive shaft. This has to be sent to chevrolet, and since it can only be done by them, they have a strong arm on the price. ($1200) it is evident that this is a manufacturing defect because…
ODI 10436380
Suspension · Wheels
2005 chevrolet equinox, mileage 68,800. "growling" heard coming from the rear end of the vehicle. Diagnosed by repair shop as rear hub bearings going bad and they needed to be replaced before total failure which could have caused seizing or lose of wheels. No recall has apparently been issued and it isn't a "known" problem but local dealership said that they had 16 replacements in stock. *tr
ODI 10243610