2005 Chevrolet Equinox Power Train Problems
- 53
- 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 53 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 10 records
- drive shaft · 8 records
- ignition switch · 7 records
- power train · 6 records
- repaired notified · 5 records
- notified failure · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 13 |
| 60–100k mi | 13 |
| 100–150k mi | 8 |
| 150–400k mi | 7 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
Takata recall: i bought my chevy equinox in august of 2017, since taking it home it has had a lurching problem when driving or when stopped at a red light. It lurches forward and backwards like a bull trying to throw you off. I put new brakes on every 3 months because my brakes do not work even when brand new, and when i press the brake the car won't stop, or the brake pulses and vibrates. The cars gear shift…
ODI 11096897
Power Train · Service Brakes · Suspension
100000k miles and the transmission locks up huge problems with wheel bearings and problems with abs system
ODI 11090847
Power Train · Switch
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. While the vehicle was in park, the ignition switch failed to lock. As a result, the contact had to shake the key several times to remove it from the ignition. The contact mentioned that the gear shifter was difficult to shift on several occasions. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not notified of…
ODI 10993965
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
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. Also, the gear shift selector could be moved out of the park position without the key being placed in the ignition. The vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 04v302000 (power train). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,349.
ODI 10849996
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Vehicle stalls at random times, while in motion at 65 mph on the highway or at a stop sign it just stalls. Will start back up but only to stall again. Very dangerous! Multiple issues on the internet on this year equinox and some claim there is a recall; "# tsb #05539 -- product emission recall to replace the powertrain/engine control module (pcm/ecm). The powertrain/engine control module (pcm/ecm) may have been…
ODI 11014675
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. While at a stop light, the transmission malfunctioned and the vehicle would not drive. Approximately ten minutes later, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000.
ODI 10778963
Power Train
My 2005 chevrolet equinox. While accellerating at approximately 20-55 mph, started making vibration/clanking noise while driving down the i estate around7/5/2015 mileage around 245,000. The failure recurred multiple times and at different speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing . Mechanic determined that the center support bearing needed replaced. Part was purchased at…
ODI 10870196
Power Train
Pcn went out and some of the models are on recall and some are not. My car is not part of the recall and i dont know why.my call is dead will cost 800.00 to fix. No one is able to tell me why .
ODI 10733610
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
Engine · Power Train
TAKE KEY OUT AND ENGINE DOES NOT SHUT OFF. *TR
ODI 10714199
Electrical System · Power Train · Service Brakes
A loud pop occurred during operation of the vehicle at approximately 40 mph and then a noticeable change in the suspension was felt. In testing the vehicles ability to travel to a repair center the brake peddle would drop to the floor as if it lost compression. This occurred after carefully observing the troublesome behavior of the turning capabilities and suspension of the tires. It seemed to make an awful grinding…
ODI 10712106
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I went to get my inspection sticker and received an safety/emissions recall sheet of paper indicating that i might have a problem with this defect number: 2529, engine family:5gmxv02.2025, emission problem: some engine control modules or power train control modules have potentially damaged integrated circuits. This may cause the egr system to malfunction or cause the fuel pump to turn off or the turbo system to…
ODI 10712167
Power Train · Steering
In the past the transmission has quit when driving on the freeway, now the steering locks up when driving. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
ODI 10692714
Air Bags · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while park, the shift lever independently shifted into drive causing the vehicle to crash into the driver's side of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries and a police report was filed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was…
Crash reported
ODI 10654583
Electrical System · Power Train · Steering
I had trouble inserting the key in to the ignition. After inserted i drove the car to the store. When i turned off the car the key would not come out of the ignition. After wiggling the key around it finally came out of the ignition and the steering column locked. When i tried to put the key back in the ignition the steering column would not unlock. After several attempts the column unlocked and the key was able to…
ODI 10609563
Power Train
Getting a very loud humming/growling sound coming from front of vehicle. Starts when driving over 25 mph and gets louder the faster you drive. Thinking the front rear end is going out. Nothing but trouble with this vehicle. Will never buy one again and don't recommend to anyone. Sister also has an equinox and she has put in over $3000 to get it just to run. Going to fix it fast and trade it in. Chevy should recall…
ODI 10621916
Power Train
The center drive shaft bearing has failed for the second time. Once at 50,000 mile and now at 100,000 miles. Costly to replace 800 dollars. This bearing could cause a severe accident an injury if not know why the vehicle is vibrating. *tr chevy says not their problem for parts to wear out. *tr
ODI 10598461
Ignition · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the key was difficult to remove from the ignition intermittently. The key was stuck in the ignition on more than one occasion. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing and to be repaired. The dealer stated that the time frame had expired to receive the recall repair for nhtsa campaign id number: 04v302000 (power…
ODI 10593653
Electrical System · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
I had to have my battery replaced today. My battery had to be replaced due to the ignition switch that is not completely turned off when i put the car in park. For a year or so i have been able to drive down the road and my cars key has been removable from the ignition switch. I have asked about the ignition switch before to my dealership over the years with no resolve. Since the recall of other gm models during the…
ODI 10587497
Electrical System · Power Train
The key fails sometimes to turn in the ignition cylinder, went to mechanic, ignition switch needs replacement. *js
ODI 10592471
Ignition · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The dealer informed the contact that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 04v302000 (power train). The contact has experienced a failure. Updated 9/18/14*cn the consumer stated the ignition lock cylinder failed. The vehicle would sputter to a stop need to be restarted. The vehicle eventually failed completely. Updated 02/12/2015 *js
ODI 10605238
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated the key would not turn in the ignition in any direction. There was a recall related to the failure under nhtsa campaign id number 04v302000 (power train); however, the vin was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 168,000.
ODI 10578866
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train
I was driving my 2005 equinox lx with my two grandchildren when they noticed a smell of exhaust gases in the rear passenger compartment. This was with the heating system on and in its normal configuration. After stopping i checked the exhaust system for leaks and could not identify any immediately with a visual inspection. I opened the hood and noticed the pipe connecting the egr valve to the exhaust manifold was…
ODI 10567953
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