2010 Chevy Equinox Problems

gmcustsvc

bwanajim,
If you don't trust the dealers’ diagnosis I would recommend getting a second opinion. If they too are having difficulties, maybe ask they involve technical assistance. If you would like we can also set up a case with GM Customer Assistance. This will report your concerns to GM. I look forward to your response.
Christina
GM Customer Service

kynox

Hello all.... I last posted in Oct.,2010 on a noise I had in the passenger door speaker .Sounded it like someone playing a Kazoo. It could only be heard when the weather was warm and hardly never when cold. Well its warmed up and has been pretty consistent in making the noise in the heat of the day. Coming home from a trip the other day I stopped at a Dealer close by (not the purchasing dealer) while it was making the noise. We took a test drive and the noise was loud and clear. The tech said he hadn`t ever heard anything like it. They pulled the door panel and we drove it again. Still the noise eliminating the door panel. While I was driving the tech pulled the speaker. Noise stopped. Reinstalled the speaker and it came back. The dealer has since replaced the speaker ( on Tuesday). Was out all day in the NOX yesterday with no noise although it wasn`t the hottest of days.I hope and believe this was the problem. Time will tell .If it comes back I will repost. 18000 miles on Nox. Speaker and power window motor only problems. Interstate driving on last trip with cruise at 74 mph with air on I average 30.8 mpg. Average anywhere between 21 and 25 around town. I have had a lot less problems at this stage with the NOX than the new Trailblazer I bought in 2002. All in all pleased with the suv. Thanks

smc8888

Hi raab,

Any additional update with the vibration issue? A bit more info about my NOX's vibration issue: it is most severe when I accelerate (mild though) at around 1500 rpm. At this engine speed, I can see blurred cars in my rearview mirror. Any one has the same problem? I took it to dealer and they did not do a thing with it, they did not even test drive my NOX.

nepaquinox

I had the exact same problem with my 2010 Equinox LS - same speaker on same side. I don't think it was temperature specific as I first noticed mine in the cold weather we had here in the Northeast, though like yours it did seem to be intermittent. I like a lot of talk on my XM and noticed the effect more notably during talk shows and less during music. Had that speaker changed 2 months ago and so far so good, seems to have done the trick.

kynox

Glad you haven`t had a problem since your fix. I`m hoping for the same. Funny thing about mine was the radio didn`t have to be on to hear the noise.All we can figure is that there was a vibration at or in the speaker itself. Time will tell. Thanks

juve3

Hello everyone, just providing an update on the oil consumption issues with my 2010 Equinox. After completing an oil consumption test with the dealer, they have now asked me to bring my car in so they can inspect it. So as of right now its being worked on and I'm waiting to hear what the issue is. Will keep all posted.

dahahnii

My 2010 Equinox has been a great vehicle until last week. The issue is that the timing chain slipped/broke causing a major problem with the engine. The mileage is 34K. The dealer had the car for a week, replaced a load of parts and I picked it up this morning only to have it sputter when stopped at traffic lights and actually stalling when I put it in park. Waiting for the dealer to get back to me on this remains unresolved.

stephcp

Good Luck! The dealership had to tear mine down twice. Then once they got it back together the second time it started running junky. They ended up having to replace the drive belt and the air conditioner tensioner/belt. It is due for an oil change in about 800 miles so we will see if they were able to fix it.

dahahnii

Thanks...I'll let you know how it works out for me.

dmathews3

Have to wonder if the new chain is on correctly. May be a tooth or two off which would have the valves opening/closing at the wrong time.

nox77

I just got my car back from a timing chain and crank gear replacement a couple weeks ago. This week, it stalled in traffic, and the dealer cleaned the fuel injection on Friday. It ran fine for 200 miles, and stalled in traffic once again, and then stalled when I parked it. I'd like to hear if your fix was good.

It's been running rough for a couple months. I have about 48K on the vehicle. In the last few months, they replaced the fuel injection pump, intake camshaft solenoid, new air filters, repaired a leaky transfer case, replaced the steering gear, and the computer module, after recalibrating it several times. It still runs rough, especially in stop and go traffic, when I'm in fourth and down to first quickly, and up again.

luvmiltz

I purchased a 2011 LTZ about a month ago - and have similar issues as nursebeth03. took it to the dealer - they replaced the Cam Actuator Solenoid. hopefully this fixes the issue - Is this a common problem with new Equinoxes? I love this vehicle and did quite a bit of reseatch and test driving before choosing the Equinox

2011equinoxltz

You may want to post in the 2011 Chevy Equinox Problems thread. I just posted a similar problem with my 2011 Equinox LTZ.

http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/WebX/.f0a0461/

juve3

The dealer has finally gotten back to me, i'm going to be getting a new engine. Hopefully i'll get my SUV back by the end of next week.

clebo1

tHIS eNGINE IS A PROBLEM .tHE 3.4 IS PIECE OF JUNK,CHEVY KNEW THIS WHEN THEY PLACED THIS IN THIS VEHICLE,THE 3.8 WOULD HAVE BEEN A BETTER CHOICE FOR THIS MODEL FROM THE 005-2011 CHEVY EQUINOX.THE 3.4 RUNS LIKE A FISH OUT OF WATER.PLEASE TRY NOT TO KEEP THIS VEHICLE TOO LONG.CHEVY JUST DOESN'T GET WITH THE SETUP AND DESIGN OF THIS ENGINE!!! :lemon:

dmathews3

Hate to blow a hole in your ranting but........ The V6 in the Equinox is a 3.0. So now what?

jonox

The referenced 3.4L - 6 cyl is likely the Chinese built motor installed in the 2005 Equinox (and subsequent model years ?). This engine had notable problems initially due to incompatibility between the supplied coolant hoses and GM's coolant fluid. Subsequently head gaskets seem to be vulnerable.

dmathews3

And thats why the new engine is not made there anymore. Back home now.

dmathews3

Anything I hate is someone ranting about something when they don't know what they are talking about. Been discussed a number of times how the new engine is NOT CHINESE BUILT. And thats why the new engine is not made there anymore. Back home now.

wallyuwl

Not sure of your exact symptoms, but the camshaft actuator going bad is a common problem in these. There is a TSB out about it. Had ours replaced a year and a half ago after owning about six months. Just died when we came off the interstate once. Threw a code. It started right back up. We went and got the code read, they replaced the actuator, and it has been fine since.

jonox

For more on the 2.4L, 3.0L and 3.6L GM engines see the link

http://blogs.insideline.com/straightline/2010/03/buick-drops-the-lacrosses-30-li- ter-v6-for-2011.html

Seems the 3.0L is built with China in mind!

alois69

On 1 July 2011 Chevrolet Dealer went insane when I mentioned that my start up "Death Rattle" was caused my Cam Phaser issues. He told me too little miles on the clock. He told me the problem is with the computer programming and he reprogrammed the computer and told me that would solve the problem. We shall see, and after a dozen start ups all is quiet. I also paid $55 to change my oil at 1300 miles. He laughed at that too, told me I wasted my money. GM Customer Service and this Service Writer could fill in for Bud Abbot and Lou Costello, their customer service skills leave something to be desired. Plus shame on GM for turning out his type of engine.

roykulp

These customer forums are like watching a newborn cry and screem for mommy each day!

Take the car / suv back to GM Dealer and let them resolve the issues; PLEASE the car is backed by a GM 100K Warranty and lemon law; stop crying and get it fixed or replace it..Its just that easy!

I have over 30k of hwy / city on my 2010 Nox; have only had minor issues that have been resolved by dealer and very happy with car / suv; I average 26 MPG overall in my local / Hwy business travels!

Great new GM Car / SUV for the "average american consumer" wanting to buy and Support America in this Great American Country.

bwanajim

I've been in contact with a non-Chevy GM dealer (GMC with history of great service)who has agreed to review he probelm. The problem is periodic and I'm trying to better understand the circumstances when it occurs before taking it in again. Love everything about the Equinox, except the intermittent hestitation. I have previous experience as a mehanic, so know the problem is not my imagination. My concern is that if it occurs at the wrong time (maneuvering in traffic when seconds count), it could cause an extremely dangerous situation.

jonox

Equinox is assembled in Ontario, Canada.

Canadian taxpayers paid $8.1 billion for an 11.7% stake in GM and gave a loan of $1.4 billion through "bailout" contributions from the Canadian and Ontario governments in 2009. Uncle Sam put up $49.5 billion, $6.2 billion in loans and the balance for a 60.8% equity stake.

We're all GM owners.

dmathews3

I don't think so. Most if not all was paid back early. You may still own one of the periods in G.M. :shades:

jonox

In reality, GM’s claim about paying back bailout money is misleading. Much of the $50 billion in federal assistance came in the form of equity purchases, with the government taking a 61-percent stake in the company. The cash loan totaled “only” $6.7 billion in taxpayer dollars. For taxpayers to recoup their investment, the federal government would have to sell its 365 million shares at a profit. The break-even price would be $55 a share, but GM is currently selling at $28.90.

Read more: http://www.foxnews.com/opinion/2011/06/10/truth-about-gm-bailout/#ixzz1RAnQ8hWw

dmathews3

True but it doesn't matter what they sell it for it's when it's gone they are no longer owners. And they are not really owners of the Co. Only stock holders. Which as previous owners now know, don't mean much.

badcountrygirl

2011 Equinox lt, 4 cyl, 5,000 miles, I also just last week had this same problem last week. The dealer had never seen the codes that were pulled off my car and had to call tech support. They concluded that they needed to replace my cam shaft solenoids. They didn't sound confident that this completely fixed my problem. I just picked up my car yesterday, so we shall see. Just sad that a brand new car has problems like this,,,how do I trust it on long trips? Also my highway mileage is the same as my city mpg.

dmathews3

Things happen. I have driven almost 50 years with 6 flat tires. 5 of them in one year. So you never know. If it isn't acting up after a few hundred miles I see no problem. Guy on the caddy STS site had his for just over a week and the engine blew. They put in another one and he never had anymore problems. Remember humans build most things or have a big hand in making things and things happen. I don't care who's car you buy, every dealer I have ever seen has a garage and trust me they use them for more than oil changes. Watch it for a couple f weeks and then forget it.

agolombek

I've had this same problem for almost 3 months. I've taken it to the dealerships 3 times now and they "fixed" it the last time, giving me some paperwork on it being a problem with something in the computer that had to be updated. Its been 2 weeks, and it is now broken again. I'm starting to get very frustrated with this. I feel like with the other problems I've had, I can almost classify it as a lemon.

Any news on a PERMANENT fix??

roykulp

Sounds like a isolated customer / lemon Law issue!

stillmc1

2010 Equinox LS, 32K miles

I had my timing chain replaced 3 weeks ago due to engine noise. Over the following couple of weeks, fluid was leaking onto my driveway. I took the vehicle back to the dealer this week as the noise was even worse. GM has now agreed to replace the engine. We'll see if this resolves anything.

juve3

I own a 2010 Equinox LS with 57,000KM. I just had my engine replaced due to oil consumption issues, not as loud as my previous engine, so far so good.

nox77

GM just agreed to provide me with extended warranty, due to all the issues I have had. They were very responsive--no issues, hassles, etc. Definately provided me some piece of mind!

blewis81

Hey idiot....I'm one of those "crybabies" that bought a brand new 2011 Equinox only to have it stall on me 3 different times after 160 miles.

This forum is allowing us to spread the word about an increasing Safety issue with GMs vehicles...this is not just a minor item, it's a freaking car shutting down while driving. Most of us posting these problems have kids that are sitting in the back seats of these death traps; and your US company that you are so proud of are blowing us off and not making the proper repair.

And what world are you living in that you think GM will "replace" our vehicle....if you read the posts, you will see the dealerships ARE NOT fixing the problem, let alone replacing our vehicles. You're a Jack [non-permissible content removed]!

roykulp

I'm being realistic...This is a great new chevy suv and its isolated issues with some of these newer nox vehicals from what I have heard and read about. I'm approching 35000 miles and zero issues to date, have had some GM codes updated, change oil every 3k and drive. I'm sure there are some un-answered issues and these are not a shade tree mechanic issue...I can assure you as a business owner myself the GM company is taking a hard look at these isolated issues under the microscope. GM will get it resolved and you can enjoy your new loaner while they hopfully resolve your nox issues in the near future!

Buy American and Support your Great Country!

stillmc1

Juve3 and others who have received new engines, did GM provide you with any additional warranty on the engine?

dmathews3

It already has 100k and 5 years, besides it is a new engine, not the old bad one.

roykulp

What do you think GM should offer with a new replacement engine? What would you be looking for if you experienced these engine issues?

dmathews3

Since the drive train is 5 years 100K I don't see what else they can do. If you haven't experienced a problem in that length of time I'd say the engine is good. Sure at some mileage it will go bad, but heck that could be a couple hundred thousand miles or tomorrow. They are built by people and people aren't perfect.

roykulp

I absolutly agree with you and your professional opinon for these isolated GM engine issues some owners are experiencing. I have not experienced any engine issues with my 2010 4cyl Nox. runs great, no oil loss issues and gets a respectable 24-26 MPG at 34K miles.

meiannca

As a student who heavily relies on my 2010 equinox purchased to to get me back in forth.. It has been nothing but a disappointment. Leaving me stranded numerous times. Most recently it has been consuming oil and vibrating. In 1000 miles I became 3 qts low on oil to the point the the dip stick was dry! It was towed into the dealer where they one again filled it back up with oil, and sent me on my way? How is that even considered acceptable, or safe???! I have filed numerous cases with GM and nothing has been done to date.. It really is a shame because I once loved and trusted this car...

jonox

Sounds as though your engine is shot you should be going after GM for a replacement under warranty. GM's new 4 cylinder motors have sophisticated computer controlled variable valve timing which seems to be getting them into trouble. The condition of the oil is vital for correct operation and if you're burning through three quarts of oil in a thousand miles you need a new engine.

roykulp

This dose not even sound realistic; if this motor consumed or leaked this amount of oil; the consumption / discharge would be very very obvious and visable. I find it difficult to believe the GM Dealer would add this much oil and send the customer away!!! Please; these people at GM did not just open up shop last week! This really sounds like another brand bashing / disgruntled competitor ISSUE! This national consumer venting forum just gets wackier each week.

I have 32K plus miles on my 2010 4cyl Nox and average 24-26 MPG with no Safety / Engineering ISSUES im concerned with to Date!

Edmonds really needs to do a better job screening the consumer ISSUES!

jonox

We all know YOU have a great car but that's not really the point is it?

stever

Yep, this is a "problems" discussion so that's what the focus is. We have similar discussions for just about every make and model out there.

If you would like to brag on GM, the General Motors Fans discussion may be of interest.

lazy_bones

I concur that a dealer is not likely to replace 60% of an engine's oil, and not wonder where it all went. No dealer (or mechanic) should ever just refill that amount and forget about it. After all, it is still under warranty - perhaps there was an offer to examine it and the offer was refused (?). Post the name of the dealer, so that the dealer can respond.

roykulp

This would be great; I would love to hear the GM Dealer / Technicians give some constructive profssional feed back regarding these isolated drive line issues; and what is being done to resolve drive line issues by GM.

stephcp

Well, these 'ISSUES" are happening. It happened to mine, and another in my local dealership. We had to have it in twice to have the engine tore down and major components replaced before it quit burning excessive oil.

We are all so glad that you are not having "ISSUES" with your 2010 Equinox!! Why are you on this board if you aren't having problems as this is a Problems board??