Structure Problems of Chevrolet Equinox

Chevrolet Equinox owners have reported 228 structure related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 15 most common structure problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's body (140 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's structure (37 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Structure problems of Chevrolet Equinox

The Body problem

Discovered water underneath passenger footwell carpet, causing a musty and mildewy smell. Many reports of similar discoveries online prompted the initial search. Safety concern is mold growth and rust.   Read details...

The Structure problem

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware of a puddle of water on the front passenger's side floor mat. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the seal on the luggage rack had   Read details...

The Paint problem

Paint flaking off on hood. Dealer agreed not normal and no sign of hitting anything. Gm has taken over a month to reply to claim by dealer and now just say it is out of 3 year warranty so no assistance can be offered.   Read details...

The Door problem

The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the doors of the vehicle failed to lock and had to be locked manually. On another occasion, the driver side door failed to open from inside the vehicle. The failures occurred without warning.   Read details...

The Hatchback/liftgate Support Device problem

Purchased vehicle approximately June 29, 2019 from chevy dealer in roseville CA. About 3 months after I purchased vehicle I noticed the liftgate coming down by itself. I notified the dealer and set up an appointment to bring vehicle in.   Read details...




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