Steering Related Problems of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

Table 1 shows six common steering related problems of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (29 problems). The second most common problem is related to the power steering light on (two problems).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Chevrolet Equinox


Recently reported Steering problems of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

The Steering problem

The abs light came on the dash and traction control. I was driving in a rain storm and went around a corner and front end started to slide. Was only going 35 mph so I didn't lose control. This happened on. 04/15/2025 . If I would have been going any faster I would have lost control.   Read details...

The Power Steering Light On problem

Vehicle will stop while driving, sitting at light, and driveway. . I have to continue putting oil in every other day. Power steering light came on, unable to start my vehicle or roll windows up. Doesn't want to start now.   Read details...

The Power Steering Failed problem

When in-motion at my power steering fails, the wheel seems to grab and my control of the vehicle is momentarily not in my control. It happens on straight aways and most often in slow speed turns. My concerns are the incidents that might happens in busy traffic and on wet & iced roadways.   Read details...


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