2012 Chevrolet Equinox Electrical System Problems
- 43
- 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 43 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- failure mileage · 7 records
- approximate failure · 5 records
- electrical system · 5 records
- failure recurred · 5 records
- diagnosed repaired · 4 records
- check engine · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 12 |
| 30–60k mi | 10 |
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 100–150k mi | 7 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
2012 chevrolet equinox. Consumer writes in regards to trailer lighting malfunction. *ld the consumer stated the modulite was incorrectly installed.*js
ODI 11301997
Electrical System
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet equinox. After shutting off the vehicle, the key failed to eject from the ignition switch. The contact mentioned that the vehicle needed to be in gear to remove the key from the ignition switch. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 67,794.
ODI 11258403
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving on city streets and highways the lights dim and the radio will shut off and all lights on the dash will bim and blink. When i have the cruz control on the car will start picking up speed, and one point i felt i was going a little to fast and when i looked down i was doing 83 mph and i had the cruze control set to 60 mph. Angel the driver seat will move down on its own while i am driving. I do not feel…
ODI 11268234
Electrical System · Seats · Unknown Or Other
I purchased this vehicle back in 2015. It was a used car at this time. I dont know if the recalls were ever done on this vehicle and i need the recalls to be replaced.
ODI 11230294
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
The vehicle turned completely off, could not get key out of ignition and electrical system was totally done. I had to get it towed to repair shop. I paid 1500 to get it back on. R stopped in the middle of highway while driving. Repaired it by changing timing chain and a month layer the electrical system went out again while waiting at a stop light. No warning just turned completely off and had to get it towed again…
ODI 11195943
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine
Back on jan 14, 2019 oil was changed as part of routine at a service station. Operator suggested we take it in to the dealers as part of an oil consumption recall he heard about, within 200 miles we took it into a dealership for the test to be performed and they refused to do it due to a rear main seal leak that no one mentioned earlier or at the oil change place. They wouldn't repair it as part of the gm service…
ODI 11204998
Electrical System · Engine
Whenever i'm driving and park not all the time switch the key off but the truck wants to crank back up on its own it just be sitting still and it tries to turn the motor on it's getting a little freaky and i don't like that
ODI 11173558
Electrical System · Windshield Wiper/Washer
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet equinox. While driving in rainy weather, the windshield wipers failed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home. The following day, the vehicle was driven to wilsonville chevrolet (26051 south west boones ferry road, wilsonville, or 97070, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the windshield wiper transmission failed. The windshield wiper transmission was replaced. The…
ODI 11163500
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine
1.excessive oil consumption from day 1 - was told it was normal, 2.fluttering sound in the engine when cranked. 3.idling rough for a looooonnnng time. 4. Replaced both intake & exhaust cam sensors 5. Removed and replaced fan drive belt. 6.car started shifting roughly. 7. Started idling so low that i had to keep my foot on the gas so it wouldn't shake violently and cut off. Mostly when i was stopped but started…
ODI 11162645
Electrical System · Engine · Visibility/Wiper
The right head light side goes on and off, the stereo turnes off while listening to it and the signal lights don't work when the radio turns off on its own also the rear view camera turns off at the same time the radio does. The front and rear wipers don't always work. The engine lights comes on and off and the tire pressure sensor comes on and off. Also engine oil consumption.
ODI 11266464
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
Briefly, for the last month and a half i have experienced rough idle on start and rough idle & stall with the car losing power and going dead at red lights and in traffic while in drive. I took the car to the auto mechanic and stored codes suggested replacing o2 sensors, the catalytic converter and a tune-up would resolve the issue; i replaced all of the above to the tune of 1400.00; the issue of rough idling, stall…
ODI 11164048
Electrical System · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet equinox. While driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle lost power and the check engine indicator illuminated. The vehicle restarted, but the failure recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but they did not assist. The contact replaced the actuator, but the failure recurred. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not…
ODI 11185872
Electrical System · Engine · Service Brakes
When my vehicle idols at a stop light, it starts to shake as if it wants to cut off. When i turn my wheel the inside makes a screeching sound.
ODI 11113438
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control
The check engine light is on and stability trac.cones up and reduce engine power and can't drive turn car off for a min restart and it goes off but as driving comes back on.happened first on highway.
ODI 11128316
Body · Electrical System · Engine
More than once while driving i have gotten power steering warnings while driving, vehicle locked up in the process and took all of my might to turn and get to the side of the road. I have constant oil changes and was issued a recall letter that the oil censor was off last may and the dealership said no such recall existed. Recently my mechanic says the timing is off, an engine power reduced warning has come up more…
ODI 11091545
Electrical System
The battery just died but the scary part was that the door didnt open, neither the windows. I was locked inside my car for approximately 10 minutes, also the key switch did not work, the ignition key did not cooperate in releasing the key.
ODI 11088514
Electrical System · Engine
Since i purchased the vehicle in september 2014 i have had three instances where the car has stalled while driving. Twice it was related to cam sensors and a check engine light came on. This most recent time on 1/5/2018 the car was idling funny and stalled out no lights on dash. I just got an oil change one week prior. As i was trying to make it to my mechanic i heard an awful noise from the engine i had never heard…
ODI 11061173
Electrical System · Engine
My 2012 equinox is currently dead at a chevy dealership. Here is the history: on october 20, 2017 the engine of my 2012 equinox blew at 109,866 miles when key was turned. The engine blew because was absolutely no oil in my engine and no leaks were present. I did not see any lights saying there was an oil problem. In fact, my dashboard read that i had enough oil before the next oil change was needed. I recently…
ODI 11044309
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine
I was driving with my wife and dog in the car late at night in cold iciey conditions in wyoming. Car began to lose power dramatically, steering was tight, lights dimmed, also engine stalled after a bit a of a slide and safely pulling over. We could have wrecked in the middle of nowhere in the icey cold temperatures. Engine light was one. Traction control light was on. Dash reads 'service stabilitrak' and 'engine…
ODI 11073040
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Steering
First one week ago, the car was slow to turn on when turning the ignition and all the lights on the instrument panel lite up with the message check power steering. Tonight 8/11/17 the car will not turn over, but it still has a working horn, lights. And radio. Check engine light comes on followed by service power steering, service stabiltrack message, electric windows would not roll up, speedometer and rpm gauges…
ODI 11014771
Electrical System · Engine · Exterior Lighting
This vehicle frequently loses charge on battery battery and alternator are new. Vehicle has less than 70k miles also throws up computer codes radio turns on and off when it wants to. I purchased it used with 40k miles and has been a problem since. I have quotes for over 2k in repairs and was told at time of purchase all recalls were cared for. Was purchased certified preowned from a dealership. Every time i fix…
Crash reported
ODI 11166602
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet equinox. While driving 55 mph, the electrical system failed and the contact had to use force to control the steering. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over and had it towed to an independent mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed that there was an oil leak, the rear main seal needed to be replaced, and the pvc valve needed to be cleaned. The…
ODI 11185424
Electrical System · Engine
Purchased this vehicle 2 years ago. It has under 50k miles and seemed to be in good condition. Currently it is at 65k miles and has experienced these issues: -stalling at intersections or stop signs a total of 6 times. Taken in multiple times for this issue. - wheel grinding and bucking when stoping of turning right. Also taken in multiple times to dealer - electrical system failure identical to the prior year model…
ODI 10939824
Electrical System · Exterior Lighting · Power Train
The control module failed and resulted in headlight gone at ~50k miles. The transfer case went bad and the car did not move at all at 64k miles. Can not believe the powertrain got problem just after the warranty expired.
ODI 11093971
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 chevrolet equinox. While reversing into a parking space, the vehicle shook and stalled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 105,000.
ODI 10913687