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.
Engine
I have a 2010 chevy equinox and i just got it out of the shop for the 2nd time in 3 weeks within that time it burned through all the oil that was in the engine from a brand new oil change. We have had problems with extremely high oil consumption. We had the pistons & rings replaced a couple years ago but it did not fix the problem at all. We regularly change our oil but at this rate we need to put oil in it weekly.…
ODI 11218720
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Takata recall while driving and approaching a stop sign on a city street in town, the car started aggressively shaking and several lights turned on - service stabilitrack, engine power reduced mode and the check engine light- thankfully we were able to safely pull off the road as the car would not exceed 25mph. After the first time we took it in and they flushed the throttle body. Less than 2 moths later the exact…
ODI 11012396
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was towed to the antelope valley chevrolet dealer in lancaster, ca where it was diagnosed that the fuel injection needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. The vin was not available.
ODI 10991679
Electrical System · Engine
CAR LOOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING
ODI 10980336
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 58 mph, the vehicle began to lose power as well as making a grinding and banging noise inside the motor. The contact pulled the vehicle to the side of the road when the vehicle completely lost power. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed that the guards around the timing chain detached causing the…
Fire reported
ODI 10984179
Engine · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving on city streets, my gas pedal became unresponsive. The car began to slow down. Unable to keep my speed, i was unable to make a stoplight and had to stop. While my foot was on the brakes, the rpm for my vehicle were steadily at 6-7000. As the light turned green, i put my foot on the gas pedal, received a jolt as if the car was accelerating, but was slowly making my way up to 20 mph. As the time took…
ODI 10979593
Engine · Power Train · Service Brakes
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. While driving approximately 35 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle started to decelerate with the engine rpms at 6,000 when the contact removed his foot from the accelerator pedal. In addition, the vehicle failed to reverse and the "d" on the instrument panel was blinking. The vehicle was taken to a…
ODI 10969705
Engine
Takata recall my suv keep turning off every time i make a stop on a red light or a stop sign or even when i am in traffic. I don't know what to do anymore i send it to every shop to try to fix some don't know the problem or others don't want to even try to fix it i even send it to cheney dealers and they think it was something else they change that part but still has the same problem i been spending a lot of money…
ODI 11156537
Engine
Oil consumption.6 months ago called antelope valley chevrolet [redacted], lancaster,ca about oil consumption. I noticed no oil was visible on the engine oil dip stick. The service advisor stated make sure to fill it up and watch it no need to bring it in at this time. On march 15, 2017 the vehicle popped an engine code for both knock sensors and performance of the sensors. I then made an appointment that evening for…
ODI 10969426
Air Bags · Engine · Power Train
Multiple trips to the dealer. Solenoid problem, air bag, engine light on, broken chain, fuel pump injector, leaking sun roof, as of 3/6/2017 i need a transmission. My car was purchased in 2010, i only have 31,000 miles on it. Iv'e visited the dealer jan, feb, and march of 2017. I feel i should be compensated with a new car!!!! Jan, f car
ODI 10959504
Engine
CAM CHAIN BROKE SECOND TIME
ODI 10966231
Electrical System · Engine
Car only has 89k miles and it's having issues when it's accelerating and switching gears. It also stalls often while in motion. Also having an issue with my defroster controller. Seems like this is a recall in the same year and model but my vin doesn't qualify
ODI 10955702
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. While driving 75 mph, the engine reduce power indicator illuminated and the vehicle began to shake violently. The engine stalled, but was able to restart. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the throttle body failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also stated that the vehicle had been previously repaired due…
ODI 10966468
Electronic Stability Control · Engine
Four times within the last two months the stabile symbol, check engine symbol, and reduced engine power alert have come on. The first time happened when i was parking, the 2nd time when i let the car warm up, the 3rd time when i was doing 60mph on the expressway and the 4th time when i had gone about 5 blocks on a city street. Each time i was driving, the car slowed down and became hard to control. I was able to get…
ODI 10944322
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. While stationary, the vehicle would not start when prompted. It was diagnosed that the vehicle needed a new engine. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 72,000.
ODI 10949750
Engine
Timing chain recalled by mfg fixed, excessive oil consumption, timing chain failure again, fixed again $2700.00, continued excessive oil consumption complete engine failure at 98,000 miles.
ODI 10940270
Engine
Excessive oil consumption. Every 1,000 miles or less i need to add at least 1 quart of oil. No oil leak. Hubler chevrolet in indianapolis has investigated the issue. They also indicated no leak and that the vehicle is consuming excessive oil. They recommend piston and ring placement. I declined service at that time as there is an active recall on 2010 equinox for this issue. However, my vin is not part of this…
ODI 10948127
Engine · Power Train
I experienced sudden deceleration while driving on the interstate in winter conditions. Many near accidents occurred while i struggled to maintain control and exit the interstate as soon as possible. Loud knocking from the engine and a strong gas smell immediately followed. The engine stalled several times when i came to a complete stop, such as intersections as i went straight to a nearby chevrolet dealer. I was…
ODI 10940242
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
2010 chevrolet equinox all of a sudden lost traction control and drop speed to 15 miles per hour. Error light came on stating "engine power reduction" and then "service ". Along with these error messages the icon for engine and stabilitrak came on after car lost most of its pwlower and traction. It was a cold night christmas 2016 but not as cold as other cities as we live in phoenix, az. Thankfully i was in our…
ODI 10938374
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System
Constant transmission issues, rebuilt motor and still having issues doesn't change gears or will make constant putt putt noises like its going to quit, goes through quarts of oil constantly, no leaks found but adding large amounts weekly, heating/ac system doesn't turn on all the time i have to turn it off and on and it eventually works. Stabilitrak keeps turning on with check engine light the cars power then gets…
ODI 10927617
Engine · Power Train
My vehicle starts own its own and know i have the engine light on and the air conditioning turns on own its own!!!! Please help.
ODI 10946536
Engine · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
Wasn't informed about the excessive oil consumption. Letter never made it to my house. Excessive oil consumption has caused the catalytic converter to fail prematurely . Chevy issued a special warranty but it disqualifies you if you have more 120k miles. Chevy has known about this issues since 2011 but intentionally waited to issue special bulletin because they wanted to disqualify as many people as possible.. The…
ODI 10915328
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing belt would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 149,500. The vin was not available.
ODI 10916774
Engine · Power Train
We purchased this vehicle in dec 2014 at 42,000 miles as a certified pre owned $15000 cash. The vehicle started experiencing engine trouble in july 2016 it we were in the process of of diagnostics for excess oil consumption and engine repair. After the care broke down on a major highway with my children in the backseat. Aug 2016 the car stalls again on the highway with my children in it. The transmission has failed.…
ODI 10899694
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 chevrolet equinox. While the vehicle was being operated, an abnormal noise emitted from the engine compartment. The contact pulled over and restarted the vehicle; however, there was a lack of power. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing chain fractured and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the…
ODI 10910002