One problem related to engine grinding noise has been reported for the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox based on all problems reported for the 2016 Equinox.
On December 10th, 2019, as I was driving home from work on interstate 694 in arden hills mn, the engine started making a grinding noise, and then eventually stalled. No warning lights indicating a problem ever came on. I had it towed to the nearest Chevrolet dealersship, and 2 days later was informed by them that the engine had run out of oil, and I would need a new engine that would cost me $8500. After doing some research on the internet, I discovered that excessive oil consumption is a known issue with this motor, the 2. 4l ecotec. There are many complaints about this on the internet. A class action lawsuit filed against gm resulted in a $42 million judgement against gm, but it only covered model years 2010-2013. A 2nd class action lawsuit has been filed against gm to cover model years 2014-2017, this lawsuit is still working it's way through the courts. Gm has refused to repair my vehicle at their expense, even though this is a widely known problem with this engine. . Read more...