2005 Chevrolet Equinox Engine Problems
- 50
- 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 50 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- head gasket · 18 records
- failure mileage · 11 records
- head gaskets · 7 records
- independent mechanic · 6 records
- notified failure · 6 records
- repaired failure · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 22 |
| 100–150k mi | 16 |
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
| 30–60k mi | 2 |
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
Engine
Have had major engine trouble. Head gaskets needed to be replaced at purchase two years ago. I was driving down the highway two days ago and my low oil light came on and my engine began failing. I was able to drive it to a mechanic. The codes ran indicated a thermostat problem causing the engine to burn oil. The pistons inside the engine broke. He indicated it could have been from the head gasket issues. I have read…
ODI 11079691
Engine · Radiator Assembly
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. While driving approximately 55 mph, the engine overheated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence and later to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the vehicle needed a radiator flush. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was notified of the…
ODI 11089648
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Unknown Or Other
Acceleration is weak, possible fumes and emissions
ODI 11044726
Engine
I was driving my 2005 chevy equinox on a mountain road like a do three days a week and all of a sudden the check engine light starting flashing and another light came on on the dashboard and the car would not accelerate. I immediately stopped and called aaa to tow my vehicle. I bought this vehicle brand new and i have never had any major problems with it. I have kept it serviced and it is in excellent condition. I…
ODI 11029985
Engine
Been having problem with head gasket these 2005 equinox head gaskets been blowing because of the 3.4l engine cant keep it from over heating replaced head gasket and it went again chevy new about this problem its in the chevy dealership bulletin this is bad for the consumer they should not be allowed to sell a truck with bad head gaskets its just a lemon. Been having over heating problems since i had this car its…
ODI 11021066
Engine · Service Brakes · Steering
My car cranks without turning the ignition over and i replace the battery because my car kept quitting but it still has trouble cranking.my heater core also went out after only having it for a few mths.
ODI 10967528
Engine
Car overheats and coolant leaks out of no where. Head gasket blows have been reported multiple times on this vehicle. Not safe to drive especially when engine light starts blinking and car shakes like crazy driving down the highway.
ODI 10904746
Engine
I just read thru some of these complaints ans it seem that chevy is having the sane thing happen when its coming to this 05 equinox. I just got car about 4 months ago and its going thru the same thing. Im being told its my gaskets but its showing no signs that its blown. Im so frustrated because the 90 days is xpired and i cant run back to the dealer where i purchased it from. And now to find that chevreolet is not…
ODI 10882958
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
Engine
I purchased a 2005 chevy equinox in may 2015, i have had my normal or changes, every couple of months i have to put 5 quarts of oil is in, the low oil indicator never came on. So now my engine has locked up and i have to get a new engine. I didn't know that they had so many issues with the oil consumption with the used chevy vehicles.
ODI 10864009
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the contact noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment as the vehicle lost power. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact was cncerend for their safety. The contact also mentioned that there was excessive smoke where the police department required closing the road due to it being unsafe for other…
Fire reported
ODI 10809698
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 70 mph, the head gasket on the engine fractured causing the engine to overheat and water flooded on the engine compartments. The vehicle was taken to be repaired but the details were unknown. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 84,000. Updated 04/14/16*lj consumer stated there has been 29…
ODI 10837586
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
Engine
The first time my 05 equinox overheated on me was when i was getting ready to party on a hill and it overheated on me then we replaced the radiator and the wires in my vehicle then took it to nissan and they said that pitts broke my purge valve and tried gluing it back so they fixed that and told me my vehicle was fixed and that it wont overheat on me again well on my way home, i wasnt even 10 minutes away from…
ODI 10744815
Electrical System · Engine
When i am driving my equinox and have to stop for a light, it will run hot and i have to pull over untill it cools off and the temperature needle goes back down. Then when i turn it off, the fan continues to run for about 5-10 minutes until it cools off.
ODI 10758995
Electrical System · Engine
The ignition key will lock or engine will continue running without key in place.
ODI 10946458
Engine · Power Train
TAKE KEY OUT AND ENGINE DOES NOT SHUT OFF. *TR
ODI 10714199
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who indicated that the computer in the engine malfunctioned. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.
ODI 10694136
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who indicated the a computer in the engine malfunctioned. No further information was available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The vin was not available. The failure mileage was 100,000.
ODI 10700629
Engine
I purchased the equinox about 3 years ago and it had 1 prior owner. Since purchasing the vehicle the battery has been replaced 3 times.. I have had several issues with start up. And recently i have noticed that the car is not shifting properly. On my way home from work last week it felt like the car was just not running properly, i ended up stalling on the highway at a very dangerous intersection.. When i finally it…
ODI 10682617
Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while traveling 35 mph, the head gaskets blew on the vehicle. The failure occurred and the vehicle overheated and stalled. The contact stated that the water pump had been changed prior to the failure, but did not correct the problem. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and it was determined that the head gaskets failed. The failure…
ODI 10691759
Engine · Visibility/Wiper
Water noise in dash for several months now. Loosing antifreeze but can't find where. Now the front windshield defroster does not work, only blows cold air. Can become an issue when driving since windshield can fog up and you can't get rid of it with your defroster... *tr
ODI 10653216
Engine
I've had my used 2005 chevy equinox for less than a year and have not had any problems with it until yesterday. I had driven 32 miles to visit a relative and parked the car for the rest of the evening. The following day, i went to take a ride with my family, and the reduced engine power and check engine lights went on and the car didn't want to drive normal. I did a diagnostic scan and p0700, p1125, p2125, and p2138…
ODI 10618470
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would suddenly hesitate and jerk when slowing down. Also, the check engine light would come on and the vehicle would suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the fluids in the vehicle. The failures were remedied but eventually recurred. The contact also indicated…
ODI 10747490