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 |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 13 |
| 30–60k 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 · 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
Power Train
Carrier bearing on 2005 equinox totally gone. Mechanic discovered that the driveshaft is bent which most likely caused the carrier bearing to wear down. Mechanic said it is very difficult to bend the driveshaft unless the vehicle is in a major accident. I am the original owner of vehicle and it has never been in an accident. I have heard a thumping noise in the rear of vehicle when slowing down for the past 6 yrs.…
ODI 10508114
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the when attempting to start the vehicle, the key would become resistant to being inserted into the ignition. The contact took the vehicle to a mechanic and was told that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The mechanic also stated that they felt the failure was related to nhtsa recall campaign id number: 04v302 (power train). The…
ODI 10521427
Power Train
I heard a rattling coming from under the car, so i took it my repair shop. He said it was a broken carrier bearing, and ordered the part. Said it would be $550 for parts and labor. The next day he called and said he wouldn't be able to replace just the one part, but that the entire drive shaft might have to be replaced, for around $1200. Very consistent with other owners' issue. *tr
ODI 10499726
Power Train
Infrequently, without warning, this vehicle's transmission will abruptly down shift. The shift will happen as the vehicle slows and violently slows the vehicle immediately. Infrequently this happens as i slow to turn to enter the on ramp for interstate driving. In the most recent case, the roadway surface was very slippery. I was just beginning a right turn and the transmission shifted violently. The rear of the…
ODI 10492319
Electrical System · Power Train
Car will not start unless i change the rear brake fuse. When i change it, it continues to blow out.. *tr
ODI 10554380
Power Train
Ignition switch won't turn unless you wiggle it sometimes for 10 minutes. Dealer says needs ignition cylinder replaced i have 5 keys none work. Will cost $300-$400 to replace. I have had many vehicles 15 _ 25 years old and have never had this issue. It seems chevy will only be held accountable if someone dies. I am very dissatisfied with their accountability. I have read many of the same complaints but no help. *tr
ODI 10643424
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. While driving approximately 65 mph, the transmission shifted gears even when the vehicle was placed in park with the key out of the ignition. The failure occurred multiple times. The dealer stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 120,000.
ODI 10648343
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked with the engine off and the keys out of the ignition when the vehicle rolled backward. The driver side door was damaged as it crashed into the side of a parked vehicle. The vehicle came to a stop and was towed to an auto repair shop by the contact's insurance company. The contact was injured and was taken to the hospital.…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10460270
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the speedometer displayed a reading of zero. The vehicle decelerated and would not accelerate beyond 10 mph. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop, who replaced the transmission control module, but the failure continued. The manufacturer would not assist with the repairs because the warranty was expired. The failure…
ODI 10427906
Power Train
The center bearing on the drive shaft wore out back in april 2011 at 83,000 miles. It was replaced by a gmc dealership. The same component wore out again and required replacing in september 2011. *tr
ODI 10424645
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the gear shifter failed. The contact stated that she shifted into park and as she exited the vehicle, the vehicle began to roll away. The contact was knocked to the ground by the vehicle and sustained bruising to the ribs. The vehicle did not crash into anything. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The manufacturer…
1 injury
ODI 10483441
Power Train
The drive shaft failed which greatly reduced power to the wheels. The car became less unresponsive on the road (replacement not covered by dealer warranty) and could not move through minimum snow amounts going up hills on roadways. Vehicle is used for commuting to work (35 miles/day) on paved roads.
ODI 10375668
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
Power Train · Service Brakes, Electric · Tires
2005 equinox bought used in 2007at 35000 miles-i was confused why someone would trade such a new car in-brakes continue to wear down-ignition had to be replaced,car would just die going down the highway-car almost feels like brakes are being applied when i take my foot off of the gas-tires that i bought 1 year ago are wearing out- *tr
ODI 10360246
Driveline · Power Train
My equinox was taken to dealer who informed me that the drive shaft was being held in place by one rusty piece of metal. He told me that if i were to hit a bump it would dislodge and would cause a serious accident and harm to car. Not good news for a mother. He is replacing this part. *tr
ODI 10323871
Body · Power Train
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that when it rained, the spare tire holder became filled with water and the passenger rear and driver left side floor became wet. The contact called the manufacturer and was advised to take the vehicle to the dealership. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. The current mileage was approximately 82,000. Updated 8/18/10 *cn the consumer stated…
ODI 10330880
Power Train
CARRIER BEARINGS. *TR
ODI 10293418
Power Train
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the driveshaft bearings failed and the vehicle cannot be driven. The dealer stated that the parts for the repair were on a national back order and they did not know when they would arrive. The vin was unknown. The failure mileage was 34,000.
ODI 10274859
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
Power Train
At approx 130k miles the driveshaft failed. Cost to repair $800. *tr
ODI 10269044
Power Train
1. Normal driving 2. Loud whine was heard, took into dealer and they diagnosed the problem as a bad support bearing 3. Support bearing is on a national back order and problem has not been corrected. *tr
ODI 10283468
Electrical System · Fuel System, Other · Power Train · Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
2005 equinox with normal driving, mostly highway. Began to hear the typical sounds of a failing bearing prior to 60,000 miles. Vibration in steering, hum present when driving, uneven wear on front tires. Replaced rfhub under warranty at approx. 69,000 miles. Within 10,000 miles that rfhub began to fail, by the time i could get it to the dealership i had surpassed my warranty and the 12 months/12,000 warranty on the…
ODI 10238929
Power Train
Equinox was on a recall previous owner received notice ,i never did, i have been pursuing this matter for over 7 years,given to the run-around by chevy can at -[redacted]. *tr
ODI 10572859
Electronic Stability Control · Power Train · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Suspension
Problem with sway bar links, replaced twice. Still problem with front end as chewed up tires...replaced struts,steering shaft,brakes front& back. Front end and brake problems... Cost me over $3500 to this point,plus head& rear seal gaskets... *tr
ODI 10525294