2010 Chevrolet Equinox Engine Problems
- 211
- 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 211 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 5 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 25 records
- engine light · 24 records
- timing chain · 17 records
- where diagnosed · 15 records
- indicator illuminated · 14 records
- failure mileage · 14 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 74 |
| 100–150k mi | 47 |
| 30–60k mi | 36 |
| 1–30k mi | 20 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Unknown Or Other
I bought my used 2010 chevy equinox from the dealer, and 2 weeks later the service stabilitrak light came on. Took it to the dealer, they did an alignment and the same day the light came back on with traction control light. The next day i went to the grocery store, and when i tried to start it to leave it wouldn't start. After 2 tries, it finally started but then the reduced engine power light came on and wouldn't…
ODI 11302138
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Vehicle was in motion approximately 45 mph when check engine light came on, message then appeared that engine power is reduced and speed immediately dropped to around 15 mph and then to a rough idle at approx 5-10mph. Was almost rear ended by vehicle traveling behind me. I was able to limp remaining 2 miles home and contacted dealer. Appointment was made and dealer reported code p2135 and replaced throttle…
ODI 11300499
Engine
Vehicle is exhibiting stall and quitting actions at stop lights and stop signs. Also excessive oil consumption having to change oil or add oil
ODI 11301033
Air Bags · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. While driving approximately 45 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. While driving home, the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 126,096.
ODI 11291371
Engine · Power Train
When i purchased this vehicle, i was not told that the engine was replaced. I have replaced the exhaust manifold 2 times. The dealer told me that there is metal fragments in my oil. That i need a new engine.
ODI 11289268
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Unknown Or Other
I was driving one day and these lights popped on out of no where the exhaust resginator cracking the car constantly has wheel bearing issue and the engine is burning oil it's not doing what it's supposed to do with it.i was driving on the l-90 thruway at 65 mph. I. Am also having head light blowing i have changed the headlights 4 times this year
ODI 11283108
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
General motors have been at no assistance to me since my purchase of my 2010 chevrolet equinox i purchased it february/march of 2016 and have had continuous issue with the vehicle, i contacted the place of purchase and general motors numerous times about the complaint of my vehicle. Also with the attached proof of repairs i referred to the dealers who did the repairs and general motors of any current recalls. Back…
ODI 11306623
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Suspension
Alot is going on with my 2010 chev my exhaust pipe crack and i was told that is a real problem with chevy's my car is consuming way to much oil i constantly have to get oil changes. My driver side head light keeps going out i'm changing my head light 2-3 times a year. I replaced my spark plugs and coils a few months ago and my car when i'm driving it will stop and the wheel will lock up while i'm driving it .
ODI 11269875
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Car was dying when i tried to pull out onto the road, city street from a stop sign.was almost hit. My grandaughter is just learning to drive and i am scared to death to let her drive it . Running after key taken out, running very ruff. Check engine light kept going on & off as well as stabli trac warning.smelled like catalytic convertor burning took to dealer to have diagosed and they said high pressure fuel pump…
ODI 11246535
Engine · Service Brakes
I have to replace throttle body because my car would just stall while driving in the middle of the road as well as replacing my muffler. Currently i have a new set of brakes that squeal like no tomorrow and my check engine light just came on giving me codes to replace 2 camshaft positioning solenoid actuator and finally the car it turning into a complete rust bucket. .
ODI 11309451
Engine
Timing and or balance chain to the engine is stretched and could result in breakage. This can happen at anytime. This has been a known issue with this engine as reported in gm special coverage 12312d that specifically covers 2010-2011 chevrolet equinox, along with 3 other model vehicles. My vin is not flagged as part of this special coverage although it is causing the same issue with the same model and year as…
ODI 11231490
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train
'oil consumption and driveability , vehicle using more than one quart of oil every 400 miles or less, was at busy intersection in city on major city street and car froze up, would not accelerate and almost caused another vehicle to hit me from behind. Turned off vehicle, then turned key and it started long enough to drive into nearest parking lot. Had to press gas peddle all the way down and vehicle would not…
ODI 11221784
Engine · Power Train
I took my equinox to the garage started out as an oil consumption issue then turned into the whole motor getting rebuilt.
ODI 11218718
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. While driving, the check engine and stability control warning indicators illuminated, and the engine would stall. The vehicle was taken to ferman chevrolet ([redacted], tampa, fl) to be diagnosed, but the cause of the failure was not determined. The contact indicated that the high pressure fuel pump was previously replaced, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was…
ODI 11228775
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Power Train
This car burns oil fast and i learned the hard way. 2 years after buying the car all the pistons in the engine bent due to lack of oil. When the car was getting fixed the mechanic said it was bone dry and i had just had an oil change 2 months prior. $3,200 later the car was fixed, but it still had issues shifting. In colder weather the car felt like it would barely move. I had no real mechanical issues until a year…
ODI 11210761
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Transmission is bad. When i try to accelerate it doesn't go anywhere and its skipping gears and bucking prior to it finally no longer driveable
ODI 11207101
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle decelerated and the rpms increased. The contact turned on the hazard lights and shut off the engine. The contact restarted the vehicle three times and drove home. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that a new transmission needed to be installed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware…
ODI 11203205
Engine
I got my 2010 chevy equinox on january 4, 2019. Ever since the second week, i've had it i've been having trouble with it at first i thought it just because i needed a tune up and oil change after i got those the problem continued. So around the end of february, i put the suv in the shop they said it was the water pump/balance shaft chain the entire thing cost $669.49. I was very excited to get my suv back on march…
ODI 11208436
Engine
14882 special coverage adjustment-plugged pcv orifice in intake manifold. Dealer in columbus ne. 68601 ernest auto sales told me my 2010 vin. Number not listed for the recall back main seal blowed out no warranty .i see other people same problem with seal and again are cars not covered. I own 2 equinons 2010 and 2018.. Maybe i need to look at other brands instead if you have a know problem and wont stand behind your…
ODI 11180435
Engine
Was driving on the road. The stabili track came on again had this replaced last year, came on the the car completely shut off while in drive in the middle of the road. Scared me to death. Had to have to have towed, now i'm looking at paying more to get it fixed then what i owe on it
ODI 11173328
Engine · Power Train
Driving on state highway when vehicle started acting like it would die. I was almost home and when i parked it found it had almost no oil in vehicle after checking it before traveling home. Oil light did not come on. Mechanic says frozen pcv valve in rear crankshaft; it could have blown and left me stranded or in accident; mechanic said there was a recall but my particular vin wasn't included
ODI 11180106
Engine
On monday 1/21/2019, my car broke down on the side of a busy four lane road. I had it towed to my mechanic's shop where the problem was diagnosed as a bad pcv valve system. This part is engineered very poorly and gm has continued to use it anyway. The pcv valve system allows water to collect in it and then freeze, in return blowing out the rear main seal so the engine no longer holds oil. Currently, gm has a…
ODI 11171842
Engine
Balance chain pins wear, allowing the chain to stretch.cause engine noise. I took the car in for a brake job and said the engine is making noises it shouldn't be making.the advisor said that's nomal for that car to make that noise.it's the same recall for the 2010-2011 equinox on the 2.4l engine.(laf).that year 2010-2011 have a special coverage adjustmentthe 2014 equinox has the same problems and you need to look…
ODI 11176285
Engine
I only have 99,500 miles on my 2010 equinox running good and i keep up on the maintenance and for no reason the timing chain stretched and jumped when i went to start it one day
ODI 11185560
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Steering
Service stabilitrak, reduced engine power, slapping noise in steering as well as major vibration
ODI 11182543