Two problems related to dashboard failed have been reported for the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox based on all problems reported for the 2006 Equinox.
Tl- the contact owns a 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at different speeds, an odor of burning fuse was perceived in the vehicle. The lights on the dashboard went out. The radio signal was lost. The vehicle shut down and was restarted. The failure. Recurred. The vehicle was taken to the gray-daniels Chevrolet dealer (601-863-8466, located at 6080, I-55, jackson, ms 39211) where the technician was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the same dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000. Fe.
No heat coming in the SUV to defrost windows or to warm up the inside. Total repair will be $800. 00 for a $30. 00 part. Plastic plate that controls the air and heat is defective. Appartently the part after sometime get weak from heat and cold conditions. Only way to fix is to tear complete dash board out to reach blower assembly, replace vent door and reassemble the entire dash board.