2006 Chevrolet Equinox Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System Problems
- 150
- 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.
What owners report
- blend door · 58 records
- safety hazard · 17 records
- blowing cold · 16 records
- failure mileage · 14 records
- door actuator · 13 records
- blows cold · 13 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 55 |
| 60–100k mi | 52 |
| 100–150k mi | 19 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
My heater stopped working it blows out cold air. As i have researched this problem it seems to common with all 2006 equinox. *tr
ODI 10464480
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
Heat stopped working. Not able to turn on the heat in the car because the plastic part that works the heater blend door is broken and would take 24 hours and about $1000.00 to replace. *tr
ODI 10458137
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
Tl* the contacts owns a 2006 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that heat no longer blew through the vents. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the temperature blend door needed to be replaced. The dealer did not provide a reason for the failure. The failure and current mileages were 68,000.
ODI 10454717
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Engine And Engine Cooling
Bought used in feb 2012 from local dealer the heater worked fine until early april. We had weird weather here in upstate ny very warm so did not need to use heater that much. Took daughter to work at 4 am and turned on heat and cold air is coming thru vents, the temp gauge is fine i am thinking maybe the thermostat is stuck open it might be original thermostat or from what i see on this site the mechanical door is…
ODI 10455313
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
My car blows cold air. I had everything checked only to find out that it was the air flow blend door inside the heater system. The entire dashboard has to be removed. To repair it will cost $1291.00 and $96.86 for the dealer to tell me that this is the problem. I live in chicago , my windows will not defrost, i have a hard time believing that this is not a recall. It is unsafe to drive a car when you can't get a…
ODI 10450836
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Electrical System
No hot air blows through vents, only cold air. Also, the car cranks, but doesn't turn over most of the time, you have to push on the gas pedal in order for it to turn over. Very frustrating for a mom. *tr
ODI 10499893
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the defroster was inoperable and would not clear the windows whether using cold or hot temperatures. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they advised the contact that the shutter door needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000. The vin…
ODI 10443686
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Visibility
2006 chevrolet equinox lt. Consumer writes in regards to a safety concern with defroster failure, blend door and actuator failure *tgw the consumer stated the blend door was removed from the dash of the vehicle due to a failed plastic end piece that was sheared off the door by the actuator that caused the door to rotate which made the heat and defroster inoperable. There was visible bubbles in the plastic portion…
ODI 10450961
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Electrical System
I have a 2006 chevy equinox that all of a sudden started blowing cold air when the heat should be on. I replaced the thermostat thinking that was the problem. It's not. It is the temp actuator door. According to a diagnostic test done by a chevy dealer this is a very common problem with the 2006 equinox. I emailed general motors who offered to pay 10% of the $1000.00 charge it will take to fix this problem. I do not…
ODI 10442019
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Electrical System
Heater blows cold air. Heater just stopped blowing hot air. After diagnosis the dealer found the temp (air blend )door broke and in the default cold position. Had to replace the temp door and the actuator. Parts $163 labor $930.60 plus misc. Total cost $1184.12. *tr
ODI 10441430
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
The heater blend door and /or actuator have failed. There is no heat or defroster. It is now winter and because of the holidays, the dealer cannot get repaired in the next week or more. Part cost = $55. Estimated labor cost $1500. This repair is over 10% value of the car and i am told requires removing the entire dash. This is a safety hazard and the car is now unusable for a couple of weeks. *tr
ODI 10439308
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Engine And Engine Cooling
After a month of purchasing my equinox the heat quit working. After doing research on the internet i have noticed that this is a common problem with this year and make vehicle. I took my equinox to my local gm dealer and they confirmed that the problem i was having was with the air temperature door blend breaking due to improper installation of the actuator that opens and closes the door. The actuator will put too…
ODI 10442229
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
Blend door issue just like everyone else when is something going to be done about this. *tr
ODI 10439933
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
Vehicle has a broken "heater blender door" with a repair cost of approximately $1000 (the majority of the cost is for labor; the part is reasonably "cheap"). Turning on the heat, the vehicle would only produce cold air. Considering it is winter, this presents a considerable safety hazard as there is no defrost function for the front windshield. Windshield easily fogs up and it is impossible to defog it. *tr
ODI 10438675
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Electrical System
Yesterday the heater stopped blowing hot air. After having the vehicle looked at it was determined that the blend door and the blend door actuator needed replaced. From researching the issue this is a major problem and needs to be taken care of by gm. *tr
ODI 10437989
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Electrical System
2006 equinox; air temp blend door not operating, no heat no defrost on suv. This poses a issue during winter months. Causing issues visibility for driver. Have seen several forums that discuss many many equinox suv with same problem with vin starting with 2cndl. Really needs a recall on this asap... Over $1000 to repair $35 to $100 part. (note. I am entering complaint for a friend who works 2/3 jobs and does not…
ODI 10440094
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Electrical System
Heating problem in the vehicle. It has been diagnosed to the blend air damper (valve) being broken from the blend air actuator torquing it too far. I have found that this is an on going problem for gm and this needs to be addressed. *tr
ODI 10435468
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Electrical System
Heat suddenly stopped working in truck. Many complaints have been filed by other owners , pertaining to the temp blend door being defective. *tr
ODI 10437217
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
It just got cold in my region and i noticed my heater was not working. It just blows cold air out. I did some research and saw that there were lots of complaints about a heat blend door breaking in this model. The part costs approximately 30 dollars to buy but the associated labor is over $1200 dollars. Chevrolet hasn't recalled this even though it's kind of dangerous to not have a defroster in icy weather. *tr
ODI 10440868
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
I am not sure how many complaints you've had regarding this 2006 equinox lt blowing cold air. Gmc is not doing to resolve this problem and i think this is safety hazard issue due to it will not defrost without heat and defog. *tr
ODI 10436299
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
The heater door has broken and the heater/defroster no longer work. The issue causes the windshield to frost over while driving. Many complaints on this issue have been posted on the internet. *tr
ODI 10434037
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
Vehicle no longer blows hot air when heat is on therefore the defroster will not blow hot air as well. This is a safety hazard! If windows are fogged or iced during inclement weather you can not see and could cause an accident resulting in fatalities. I found over 500 complaints about the same problem on the internet. Problem seems to be with a plastic temperature door valve (temperature blend door) that is…
ODI 10432191
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine And Engine Cooling · Structure
Same as reported below, abs issues, ignition switch, over heating, water sound in dash, blend door issues. Only have 80k on car but problems surpass value. Why are there no recalls for equinox? *tr
ODI 10607250
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System
My air blend door broke. This is the second time. Which makes it hard to drive because the windows fog up. *tr
ODI 10438926
Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Visibility/Wiper
The heater stopped producing warm air. Diagnosed it as a heater blend door problem. Gm sent us a letter asking to fix and then denied the claim. *tr
ODI 10472709