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2005 Chevy Equinox Problems

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#111 of 119 05 Equinox by dylansmum

Aug 19, 2012 (12:23 pm)

I should have stuck with Toyota. Bought an 05 about 3 months ago with 64,000 miles on it. I love but there is a huge blind spot were the drivers side mirror is. A actually hit a lady pushing a cart with two little girls in it. LUCKILY no one was hurt. So far I have not had any mechanical problens but reading all these reveiws makes me glad I paid an extra 1600.00 for an extended warrenty. If all of the 05's are crap, I'm not looking forward to any of these problems occuring. Wish me luck~ Oh mine also has the egnition probs. Sometimes it doesn't start very well. I also don't drive very far with, less than 200 miles a months.

#112 of 119 Re: 05 Equinox [dylansmum] by gmcustsvcsarah

Aug 20, 2012 (5:55 am)

Replying to: dylansmum (Aug 19, 2012 12:23 pm)
Good morning dylansmum,
We're very glad to hear that everybody was okay in the incident you described! We've documented your feedback, and if there is anything you would like for us to check into please don't hesitate to email us at socialmediagm.com with more details (include your name, contact information, and the last 8 digits of your VIN).
Best,
Sarah
GM Customer Service

#113 of 119 might as well... by starsmyles

Sep 17, 2012 (1:51 pm)

Could not sell the Lemmonx in good faith and the transmission is gone again at 77,440 miles. Wrote complaint to State Investigators with the BMV. Junk.

#115 of 119 2005 Equinox Sluggish Acceleration and Bucking Transmission by jim_dandy

Dec 06, 2012 (6:09 pm)

At about 50K miles I noticed some problems with acceleration and the transmission seemed to be acting up.
The actual problem was the spark plug wires. The cheap OEM's were electrically breaking down and not providing proper spark to the plugs.
Due to computer being confused by this, the transmission will start bucking with acceleration.
 
The solution was to replaced the plug wires and plugs with a quality set. All these problems cleared up, and it felt like I put in a new engine and transmission!
Low transmission fluid can also cause shifting problems. A small dipstick is located at the bottom front of trans. It's tricky to check level, but it can be done. Details in shop manual or at dealer.
If you have any drive-ability problems like I mention, be sure to do these fixes first.
 
Watch out for that unknowing or shady mechanic that may convince you that your transmission or something else needs to be replaced.
 
Wife and I bought the 2005 Equinox new and so far it has been a good vehicle for our family. (It's actually her vehicle) So far she has 85,000 miles on it and it still looks like new and runs great!
So far, no major problems, with electrical, cooling system, engine or drivetrain, just regular maintenance.
My wife loves her Equinox LT and so far this one is a Keeper!
jd

#116 of 119 100k with misfire and overheating! by babyrock

Jan 27, 2013 (11:27 pm)

I have taken such good care of my equinox and now it has overheated twice. Thermostat changed twice and now it shakes when I start it until it warms up! It has now started to jerk a bit when driving on freeway. Engine light came on and pep boys said it was a leaky valve, which we replaced! Engine light came on again they said it is misfiring on cylinder 2, is it only going to get worst from here? 80% of the work aha been done by pep boys as the dealer is way to expensive. Already changed the timer gasket on it and flushed the radiator, which still smells as if something is burning or leaking fluid, but no leaks! Haven't fixed the misfire yet as pep boys just re-did the leaky hose and the check engine light turned off, but it still shakes, any advice? I need help! The truck has 108k miles and was serviced at 97k!

#117 of 119 Re: 100k with misfire and overheating! [babyrock] by jpf

Jan 28, 2013 (6:59 pm)

Replying to: babyrock (Jan 27, 2013 11:27 pm)
How often did you change the Dexcool? Also, check the coolant reservoir; is the coolant a pinkish color or is there sludge in the reservoir? Good luck.

#119 of 119 under 100k and a spun bearing. by petecory

Apr 11, 2013 (6:47 am)

And another issue with my Equinox, after horrible noises when turning and the dealership telling me they do not hear anything and i show it to them during a ride along and they tell me it is normal. TO now less than 100k miles and i have a spun bearing which I have to replace.
  
I will never buy another Equinox and I am not sure i will even look at another chevy after the amount of problems I have read about with the equinox and nothing was ever done.

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