2013 Chevrolet Equinox Engine Problems
- 201
- 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 201 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 3 indicate fire
What owners report
- engine light · 31 records
- check engine · 27 records
- light came · 18 records
- timing chain · 12 records
- between changes · 11 records
- main seal · 9 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 81 |
| 100–150k mi | 56 |
| 30–60k mi | 19 |
| 1–30k mi | 18 |
| 150–400k mi | 10 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
The car didn't start after parking for food pickup, we noticed that after getting a boost, the 'engine light' was lit, it stayed on. This happened twice again, but we used our insurance road side assistance, again the 'engine light' remained lit. This has happened multiple times, whereas we purchased a battery charger. During drive/ waiting at multiple red lights, and backing out of parking spaces, the car stalls-…
ODI 11051079
Engine
Excessive oil consumption issue . I had to have the dealer check the oil consumption every 1000 mi for 3000 mi for documentation. At the end of that 3000 mi the car was low 4.5 quarts of oil. Per gm that is within their 'specs' and will not pay for the repairs needed ie; pistons and piston rings at this point.. Even though this is a known gm issue on this vehicle. The car shakes and dies when stopping and idling.…
ODI 11073626
Engine
I bought my equinox used in 2014...i have been going thru excessive oil consumption...1 quart every 1000 miles...and no lights to indicate low oil...it has an extremely rough idle...and will die at stop lights...this is a nightmare for a single parent...i have taken this in to many service repair facilities...only to be told there is nothing wrong...so upon doing research...i'm finding a majority amount of vehicles…
ODI 11047689
Engine
I car is consuming excessive oil. My car was completely out of oil 2 weeks after an oil change, the car was making a loud noise and hesitating when you stepped on the gas. The piston rings and seals are bad. I am 19,000 miles over the warranty. Gm is covering the 2011&2012 model up to 120000 miles. I took it to the dealer and the did an oil consumption test. They called chevy and they would not cover it. They…
ODI 11071825
Engine
Excessive oil consumption similar to previous years has been occurring in our vehicle. No warning on low oil levels. Less than three thousand mile since oil change and already down 3 quarts with no warning,
ODI 11035096
Engine
The engine of my chevrolet equinox has been burning off way too much oil. I have seen online that this is an issue with many equinoxs. After taking it into the dealership, i was told that the piston rings are not sealing, and thus letting more oil through to be burned. The estimated cost for repair is 3300 dollars. Considering it is an engine failure, gm should be on the line for that cost. It is also dangerous, as…
ODI 11032783
Engine
Extremely rough idle and vehicle stalls at red lights. Check engine light stays on. Excessive engine oil consumption. Oil is gone in between recommended oil changes; dip stick doesn't register oil.
ODI 11034534
Engine
Gm is aware of an oil consumption issue on 2010my+ chevy equinox and gmc terrain with the 2.4l ecotec engine. They have so far issued service bulletins for 2010-2012my to replace the piston rings and timing chain because in this situation, the timing chain can stretch causing it to skip several teeth and cause engine damage. I complained about excessive oil consumption (1 quart every ~1000 miles) to the dealer. The…
ODI 11033227
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of oil. The contact had to add oil after every 500 miles. The dealer (walker chevrolet, 3940 carothers pkwy, franklin, tn 37067) stated that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The manufacturer was contacted and did not assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was…
ODI 11152038
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed an excessive amount of oil. The failure caused the oil levels in the vehicle to be low no matter how much oil was added to the vehicle. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that there were no open recalls and could not assist. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage…
ODI 11142900
Engine
In 2013, i actually called the dealership to inquire about some smoke coming from front of car during rain/snow, and some shaking while stopped in traffic. I was informed these were normal functions due to the climatic weather and braking system. I took them at their word. In the summer of 2017 whilst driving to work, the car cut off, and the check engine light came on. I took it to my mechanic, and was told the oil…
ODI 11121260
Engine · Power Train
Check engine light comes on and off for no reason. Rpms spike when ideling and vehicle physically jumps forward. Vehicle turns off while driving when coming to stop at intersection.
ODI 11161066
Engine
Intake cam solenoid - cam actuator sticking. Needs actuator and solenoid replaced01/
ODI 11102229
Engine
Oil consumption - car doesn't alert when low on oil uses over 3 quarts between oil changes. If no oil car will shut off while driving. Very dangerous. Previous years have been recalled but not 2013 and newer.
ODI 11054963
Electronic Stability Control · Engine · Steering
Engine light came on, had it serviced. Engine light came on again on the way to store and we lost power of car, steering locked. We were able to barely get it to the side of the highway almost getting rear ended by a semi. Car completely died and a huge pool of oil came out from under the car. Paid over $6,000 for a new engine and wiring and other parts because of the oil, because we were told there was not a…
ODI 11170012
Engine · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
6 months after purchase car began stalling. Vehicle always was low on oil, even with proper maintenance. Loss of acceleration speed and stalling became usual. Finally after filling the tank it stalled and would not start so we had it towed. Timing chain was the reason given so $3600 later i figured it was fixed. Not the case. Oil was still having to be added and 1.5 years later while driving, the motor has blown. We…
ODI 11004200
Engine
Excessive oil consumption, went to the dealership after speaking with a chevy owner who had the same issue and had his engine completely rebuild by gm. I was over the 100,000 mile power train warranty by 1000 miles by the time i learned of the issue. I specifically told the lady at the dealership that i was over 100k miles and she said it wouldn't be a problem. The gm dealership said they couldn't help me with oil…
ODI 11044022
Engine
Started burning oil too quickly which ruined the engine. We were using the upper grade oil and having to change it before 3000 miles due to car shaking. We had to get a new engine . Car completely shut down in motion on a country road
ODI 11013321
Engine
Engine stalls at low rpm. Over the last few months at random times from reverse / backing up the engine would stall. The engine has stalled at red lights when staking off at low rpms, causing people behind me to stop suddenly while i have to put the car in park and start the engine.
ODI 10968526
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet equinox. While driving various speeds, a rattling noise could be heard coming from the engine. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a clog positive crank case ventilation and the oil seals, manifold, and pcv valve needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made…
ODI 10970998
Engine
2.4l eco tech engines have a design flaw which is described in service bulletin no.: 14882 and apparently this bulletin was only sent to some owners but not all owners and the issue is the pcv orfice gets plugged with ice in the winter causing pressure to build in the engine which in turn causes the rear main seal to fail on the engine. Even though my equinox had this 2.4l ecotech engine and i did all the required…
ODI 10968736
Engine
Burns through oil! I am constantly having to keep an eye on the oil level way before it is due for an oil change. Also, dies if you are slowly taking off. I was told due to oil issue this is the result. Why is there not a recall on oil issues. I have seen to many complaints not to look into it more.
ODI 11091948
Engine
I had 100,000 miles on my chevy equinox and in december with out warning the engine blew up. I had recently had a oil change but was told the engine barely had any oil. I had arrived at a doctors office was there for a hour and when i went to start my car it was completely dead. I had to replace the engine.
ODI 10966404
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 chevrolet equinox. When the vehicle was placed in reverse, it stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The failure was intermittent. The dealer diagnosed that the camshaft position sensor and actuator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
ODI 10928321
Engine
This vehicle has had oil consumption problem for 3 years they replaced rings and all they said its common on this car well if it's common recall this car and replace the engine
ODI 11283093