We have classified the 108 complaints from 2011 Chevrolet Equinox about POWER TRAIN into the following categories.
Pulled onto a main highway, traveling at traffic speed when transmission failure left us in the middle of the road. had to be pushed off the highway, and then towed to a garage, where told transmission failure is common with these cars. repair cost of 4100$
While accelerating on frwy ramp, sudden catastrophic transmission failure, i got to the shoulder, had the car towed to my regular repair garage, he had seen this before, a plate inside the transmission shatters with no warning, had car towed to transmission shop, they diagnosed the same thing, said they have repaired 4 to 5 every year and it's a flaw with these transmissions. they completely rebuilt the transmission and showed me the broken parts. cost was $3400.00. called the chevy dealer for reimbursement and they deny any design or manufacturing defects and refused to do anything. i think you should investigate these transmissions for early failures due to a design or manufacturing defect and make chevy extend the warranties on them. my car had only 52000 miles on it and should not have this failure. i was lucky to get to those shoulder safely. if i can provide any additional information, please contact me. also, please inform me of your investigation.
Fuel pump/ low fuel issues fuel pump failing, which in part leaks fuel into the engine. running error codes. low engine power light displayed on dash followed by reduce power. dealership advises it's a 900 charge. certain 2011 equinox models fall under the product emission recall 43180 high pressure fuel recall. however i am being advised mine does not although issue appears to be consistent with recall at first glance.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet equinox. when the contact attempted to accelerate the vehicle, it felt as if the vehicle were slipping. the contact parked and noticed transmission oil underneath the vehicle. the contact called a certified mechanic who diagnosed that there was a leak coming from the transfer case, which needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the contact stated that the failure was related to manufacturer communication number: 10043933 (engine and engine cooling, power train). the approximate failure mileage was 86,870.
A high pitched whining sound was noted while shifting through 2nd gear. noted the next day the same whining sound while shifting through 2nd gear also began while shifting from park into reverse neutral and drive. noted on the 3rd day all of the above in addition to the vehicle slipping gears and while in drive began to read as if it were in neutral. upon inspection by a local dealer it was determined that the transmission was no longer functional. d mileage for the 2011 chevrolet equinox at that point was 109000 miles. it has since costed approximately $3000 to replace the transmission of which none was covered by any warranty either dealer or manufacturer.
Excessive oil consumption: have had to completely refill 4qts of oil every 17-20 days, no oil stains in parking areas or oil burning smell when driving.
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet equinox. while making a left turn, the vehicle lost acceleration. the contact had to depress the accelerator pedal four times before the vehicle accelerated. in addition, when making a right turn, the vehicle failed to accelerate. however, when driving straight ahead, the vehicle accelerated normally. the contact coasted the vehicle into a parking lot and powered off the engine. the vehicle was restarted and was able to drive normally, but only when driven straight ahead. the vehicle was taken to conklin chevrolet newton (located at 1500 se 3rd st, newton, ks 67114, (316) 842-4137) and the failure was duplicated. the dealer ordered a solenoid pack and replaced the old one; however, the failure recurred. the dealer test drove the vehicle and it failed to accelerate even when driving straight ahead. the vehicle was later towed to conklin cars buick gmc hutchinson (located at 1400 e 11th ave, hutchinson, ks 37501, (620) 708-4102) where it was diagnosed that the wave plate exploded and sent metal pieces inside the metal case, which damaged the transmission. the dealer stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the ...
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 chevrolet equinox. the contact stated that the transmission gears failed to remain engaged. the gear slipped while the vehicle was in drive. consumer manage to park the vehicle in a shopping center parking lot and at that time would not engage in either reverse or drive settings. car was towed to uebelhor and sons chevrolet (972 wernsing rd, jasper, in 47546, (812) 482-2222) diagnosed and replaced the transmission assembly. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 83,000. *tt*jb
The transmission just went out driving down the road, could not move it, could have been very dangerous if on a busy highway. driving at regular speed, just sounded like it shifted to park, no warning at all. was forced to replace transmission at $5000.
My 2011 chevy equinox was not picking up speed, and would shut off when i stopped for more than 30 seconds. the engine also sounded very loud when in park. i had a diagnostic done at the dealership and it was determined that the timing chain needed to be replaced. my car had been in the shop two months prior for replacement of the camshaft position sensor. my car currently has 102,000 miles. the dealership said that metal shavings were also found in my oil. i tried driving my car after the diagnostic and the "reduced engine power" indicator came on, causing me to have to pull over on the highway and be towed. i contacted gm regarding a recall and was informed that the particular model of my vehicle was not included in the recall and since my warranty had expired there was nothing they could do. i have read reports of my 2011 equinox owners who have had similar issues.
I am experiencing the same problems as the ones that are recalled for oil issues. however my vin number wasn't listed. my pcv valve is stuck. possible issue with inside the intake crank case and with that i don't want a blow out. losing power and using a lot of oil. i have the 2011 chevy equinox lt purchased less than 2 years ago.
The car has began using ridiculous amounts of oil, i have to put a quart of oil in every couple of weeks, the other issue is the transmission has started having issues it literally just passed the 100k mileage mark and this started, as if it was timed by the warranty, i see tons of people with this issue
My vehicle is experiencing the problem listed in a recall that was issued on 9/13/11. the bulletin number is 11195b. in speaking to my local dealership, they tell me my vehicle was not included in the recall. i'm writing to see if this was an oversight or if any other owners of the vehicles listed in this recall have indicated they're having similar problems.
I own 2011 chevy equinox. only has 80,000 miles. first occurrence started as i was driving on the freeway and the vehicle stalled on me couple of times as i was driving or at stop sign. malfunction engine sensor light turned on. took it to two different people to look at it for an estimate, since taking it to the dealership will cost an arm and a leg, both said timing chain problem and i would need to get a new motor! also excessive oil consumption yet no sensor turns on. checked to see if there were any recalls but only see hundreds of complaints with the same problem!
Pcv system freezes causing the low power mode (limp mode) and check engine light to come on. its a known issue, and gm covered it on a few cars. next time i may be in heavy traffic.