2005 Chevrolet Equinox Automatic Transmission Problems
- 30
- 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 30 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- brake pedal · 5 records
- carrier bearing · 4 records
- light came · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 13 |
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission · Engine · Steering
I received my vehicle back on 8.2.11 it had been in the repair shop since 5.14.11. The repair man replaced and reprogrammed the transmission modulator. He noted that it did "act up" for him, however it had not acted up since his last attempt at fixing it. It was raining when i picked up my car. In the first 10 miles i noticed the steering pulled to the left a couple of times. After i hit dry road this did not occur.…
ODI 10416938
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the keys would not turnover in the ignition to start the vehicle. The contact would attempt to start the vehicle by wiggling the keys in the ignition for approximately twenty minutes. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was contacted who advised that there was a recall for the failure (nhtsa campaign id number: 04v302000,…
ODI 10405596
Automatic Transmission · Electrical System · Service Brakes, Electric · Traction Control System
Since 2008, i have experienced the following problems with brakes grinding & squeaking even after getting them repaired (front and rear brakes / rotors replaced). A couple of days after rear brakes replaced the abs & tc lights were on. I had to have sensors replaced. I have also experienced car not starting and sounding like it is flooding, after letting car sit for a few minutes it then starts. There is also a…
ODI 10356219
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the key was able to be removed from the ignition while the vehicle was being driven. In addition, the contact was able to turn the key and remove it from the ignition without the vehicle being in park. The vehicle was neither inspected nor repaired for the failure. The contact called the manufacturer who advised her to take the vehicle to an…
ODI 10398766
Automatic Transmission
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle would abnormally jump forward when attempting to accelerate. The dealer advised that the transmission had failed and repairs were made to the transmission. Three months later, the failure recurred and the vehicle would not accelerate over 30 mph. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. In addition,…
ODI 10352328
Automatic Transmission · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. While approaching a stop light and depressing the brake pedal at speeds under 25 mph, the brake pedal fell into the floorboard and the vehicle continued to accelerate into an intersection. The brakes would not engage. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where they found the transmission module was defective. Repairs were made under the contacts factory warranty. On a…
ODI 10315637
Automatic Transmission · Driveline
I have a 2005 equinox with 94000 miles that started to make a loud noise. Took it to the local repair shop they found the center carrier bearing needs to be replaced, however, there are none available! I can't drive the car because too dangerous now and can't get a part for weeks or months? *tr
ODI 10286767
Automatic Transmission
I own a 2005 chevy equinox: the car started shaking while my daughter was driving. See stop at a near by service station to have it looked at. It was determined to be the center support carrier bearing, which holds the driveshaft in place. We contacted several chevy dealers for the part and were informed that this particular carrier bearing is out of stock, on back order and none were available in the country. They…
ODI 10281992
Automatic Transmission
My 2005 chevrolet equinox needs a new drive shaft carrier bearing. The chevrolet dealership which is to perform the repair stated that this bearing is on national back order and could take between 3 weeks to 3 months for a replacement bearing. The dealership, the extended warranty company and gm will not authorize a loaner car. My understanding is that this bearing is used on many types of gm vehicles and there was…
ODI 10282586
Automatic Transmission
I have a 2005 automatic transaxle equinox with less than 23000 miles this vehicle shifts in gear extremely hard which at times propels you forward. It also hits high rpm before it shifts into gear. One time it hit almost 6000 rpms while driving up hill before it kicked into gear. This same vehicle has also failed to shift into gear when trying to put it into reverse from park. I received a gm bulletin from my local…
ODI 10260498
Air Conditioner · Automatic Transmission · Electronic Stability Control · Frontal · Instrument Cluster/Panel · Seat Belts · Steering
Problems with car began immediately (transmission, air conditioner, odometer, window motor, car shifting abruptly, and skidding on any wet service.) finally went into 20 ft skid, wheels locked, no response to steering. Car hit pole. Airbags did not deploy, seat belts did not lock. Car totaled. *tr
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10231230
Air Bags · Air Conditioner · Automatic Transmission · Retractor
Numerous failures on this car. The a/c and transmission defective in the first 100 miles. The power window failed. Transm. Shifted on curves and would momentarily lose all control of car. Complained that had no wheel drive in wet or snow. Would jump sideways or skid. ,now head-on into phone pole. Airbags did not deploy, seat belts did not lock. As a result, hit steering wheel and dashboard. Injuries. *tr
Crash reported · 2 injuries
ODI 10218190
Automatic Transmission · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact has been experiencing failures with his vehicle since it was purchased. The failures include the transmission and brakes. When attempting to drive in reverse, the vehicle would not shift into gear. The brakes failed and water enters the vehicle as well. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair, but the failure could not be corrected. The contact wants…
ODI 10222972
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that she was able to remove the key from the vehicle while it was in the on position. When the vehicle was in the local repair shop she mentioned the defect to the mechanic, and they informed she should check for recalls related to the problem. There is a recall for the power train: automatic transmission (nhtsa campaign id #04v302000) however the…
ODI 10236552
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle(2005 equinox) always downshifts from overdrive when going downhill. This causes vehicle to suddenly speed forward requiring brake to be applied. *tr
ODI 10197206
Automatic Transmission
Vehicle(2005 equinox) always downshifts from overdrive when going downhill. This causes vehicle to suddenly speed forward requiring brake to be applied. *tr
ODI 10197203
Automatic Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the key will not turn in the ignition. He must go to the rear of the vehicle and give it a push in order for the key to work in the ignition. The failure occurs intermittently. When he took the vehicle to the dealer, it worked perfectly. Recall # 04v302000 (power train automatic transmission) does not apply to his vin. The purchase date was…
ODI 10195235
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling · Hanger/Bracket · Pads · Unknown Or Other
I have had numerous problems with my 2005 awd chevy equinox, including the head gaskets blowing, losing acceleration on the 270/highway, ongoing acceleration problems, and other problems which still continue. I have begged for chevy to help get the car fully repaired and the customer service representatives just keep telling me to bring it into the dealer. I've tried two dealers and returned to the purchasing dealer…
ODI 10204221
Automatic Transmission
Please note my 2005 chevy equinox has failed several times mechanically as i have contacted gm about this problem,i have been utterly ignored ,only letter and no action to address the problem in which this vehicle has. I have written beth kucharski at gm-300 renaissance center detroit michigan several times executive assistant,and have made over 100 inquiries and complaints to the chevy resource center for over a…
ODI 10244231
Air Conditioner · Automatic Transmission · Cooling System · Equipment · Ignition · Power Window Devices And Controls · Rear · Rotor
Bought the car used with 20,000 and it was having problems a week later. Passenger window would not roll up,grinding and clicking at slow turns. They replaced rotors ,clutch and suspension and the problem was solved. Then came the air condition not blowing cold air and the ignition sticking on start up. The final straw was the transmission slipping and dropping into lower gears,the car will be in the shop in the…
ODI 10187063
12v/24v/48v Battery · Automatic Transmission
Dt*: the contact stated there have been two incidents with the vehicle. First, while in reverse the vehicle went forward. This resulted in loss of brakes and power steering. The ignition was turned off and the emergency brake was pulled to stop the vehicle. Second, while attempting to start the vehicle the engine failed. There was a clicking sound heard. The lights, power windows and radio were still operable,…
ODI 10160037
12v/24v/48v Battery · Abs Warning Light · Accelerator Pedal · Automatic Transmission · Drum · Engine · Glass, Side/Rear · Power Window Devices And Controls · Wheel Bearing
Dt*: the contact stated there were numerous problems with the vehicle. First, the engine would intermittently not crank. The dealer replaced the battery however, this did not correct the problem. Second, while depressing the brake pedal the vehicle intermittently did not slow down. The brake pedal was pumped several times to get the brakes to activate correctly. Third, the transmission revved high and intermittently…
ODI 10153969
Automatic Transmission
Dt: the contact stated vehicle lost power while driving, it did not stall. It restarted after multiple attempts. The vehicle was taken to the dealership and they replaced the park/neutral switch. The vehicle had the problem two more times. Also, there was vibration when reversing. The dealership has not been able to diagnose a problem ,and no further repairs have been made. *ak the transmission. Updated 01/04/06. *jb
ODI 10144460
Automatic Transmission · Fuses And Circuit Breakers
Purchased 2005 chevy equinox on may 26 2005 have had it at the dealer 5 times in the past 47 days 1st the sunroof stopped working, then the transaxle overheating light came on got those "repaired" didn't get off the dealers lot and the light came on again they changed sensor brought it back the next day and was told they found a chaffed wire in the main harness yesterday i had it towed in after engine light and…
ODI 10128539
Automatic Transmission
Was waiting at a traffic light when vehicle lurched(jumped forward) hitting car in front of me, car was in drive and my foot was on the brake pedal, had been stopped for several minutes when car went forward. No one was injured but could be a problem in the future
Crash reported
ODI 10120620