Structure Related Problems of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

Table 1 shows six common structure related problems of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. The number one most common problem is related to the body (19 problems). The second most common problem is related to the structure (three problems).

Table 1. Structure related problems of Chevrolet Equinox


Recently reported Structure problems of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

The Body problem

The trailing arm bracket rotten through the frame. This is due to premature rusting/rotting of the frame. Apparently chevy has had this problem, every I spoke to kept saying "check with chevy for recall" the dealer tried to fix the problem by (modifying the trailer arm? not sure what that   Read details...

The Structure problem

2012 Chevrolet Equinox. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle transmission issues. A month after purchasing the vehicle, the consumer stated the vehicle was sluggish, as the transmission was not shifting correctly. The next occurrence happened on January 2, 2013.   Read details...

The Paint problem

All four doors the paint is bubbling and the drivers door there is rust all the way along it. Took it to the dealer, the service rep and the head of the body shop both looked at it and said they would not cover it under warranty. Car sits in the garage when not in use.   Read details...


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