Radio/tape Cd Player Problems of Chevrolet Equinox

Chevrolet Equinox owners have reported 28 problems related to radio/tape cd player (under the equipment category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Chevrolet Equinox based on all problems reported for the Equinox.

1 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 03/22/2021

I was driving radio went black could not turn radio up or down even when I turned it off the radio stayed on. Then on 3/23/2021 I was driving home from work the SUV jerked a few time made a noise and the engine light came on and was blinking.

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2 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 02/26/2021

When using the bluetooth/handsfree with my phone while driving or stationary, the radio unit with dial out a call, but when the person on the other end picks up that person can not hear me. The person will say hello several times before hanging up. This could be an issue if I had an accident and couldn't get ahold of someone to talk to immediately. The vehicle is outside of the bumper to bumper warranty 3 years/36000 miles.

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3 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 10/26/2020

Starting October 26, 2020 I've been experiencing my car radio shutting off and turning back on. When the radio randomly turns off, it disconnects my bluetooth and music stops playing. Today alone I have had this issue happen to me 7 times in a matter of 35 minutes. I have no idea what is causing this issue, but I would like a resolution considering that I"m the first owner of this vehicle and it's still brand new.

4 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 04/18/2020

The car radio shuts off and comes back on after about 10-15 seconds. So far it hasn't caused any problems but when we travel I've come to depend on the navigation system and wouldn't want it to do this when a direction comes up. This has happened at least 3 times when I was driving I don't know if it has ever happened with my wife. Please help us.

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5 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 12/07/2019

While driving my vehicle from work to home, the controls on my steering wheel for my stereo stopped working. The volume started going up and down and the channels started changing. I turned my radio off and back on and it immediately continued. I called onstar and asked them if they could determine if anyone was remotely controlling my radio and she told me that they had no way to determine that and I would have to contact my dealer. I disconnected my phone from my car, turned off the wifi and bluetooth settings on my phone and the vehicle and continued driving home. The volume changed a few more times and when I got home I shut my car off. I had to drive it again about 15 minutes later but nothing happened that time. I drove about 20 miles while dealing with the radio going crazy the whole time.

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6 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 05/01/2019

2019 Chevrolet Equinox. Consumer writes in regards to radio malfunction. The consumer stated the radio powers on automatically when starting the vehicle, after being powered off. The radio was replaced the failure persisted.

7 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 02/05/2019

Purchased my pre-driven SUV 88 days ago. After pumping gas, I attempted to start my car & it wouldn't start. I turned off the radio, tried again because it was cold out it started but simultaneously the �check engine light� canmr on. While idling at a traffic light less than a min later, it cut-off again! another car was right behind me. I turned on my flashers & started up again. When attempting to pulling out of the parking lot at my next stop, it cut-off again! I restarted my car, kept my flashers on and prayed while driving down the street trying to arrive home to beat the expected �icestorm� I called the service dept but they were closed but would call back. The next morning I had my car towed back to the dealer - 13 miles away. The service dept. Has had had my car for more than 2 days & couldn't identify the problem. They eventually said the error code was p0010. The part needed was: cam shaft position acuator. The extended warranty that the dealer suggested & I paid for, refused to cover parts, labor or rental reimbursement even after arguing with the service mgr. Judging by the comments/complaints this is a serious problem with the Equinox, I'm not the only one. I am a widow, on disability & need a reliable vehicle but this defect has placed me in a very serious situation. I could have been rear-ended or much worse seriously injured. This is dangerous! this needs to be recalled and remedied once-and-for-all. I had no prior knowledge or I wouldn't have purchased this car! ( I was asked to verify the type of gas - regular unleaded not diesel & I have my receipt of purchase. ).

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8 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 12/04/2018

2018 Chevrolet Equinox. Consumer writes in regard to faulty radio screen that blacks out at night and does not come back on. * as.

9 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 11/26/2018

Original recall 09 v4 89000 was supposed to have fixed visibility issue. Car was taken in at the time of the original recall. The vehicle is showing symptoms of the exact same issue as before where defroster is no longer working because of controls not functioning. Radio is also out along with possible other unknown electrical issues. We've turn the car on and off several times hoping it was just a glitch, however it appears the problems of the first recall are back again. Driving the vehicle pose a threat has we live in weather we're having to have control over the defrosting is needed. Defroster and panel do not work because of lack of electrical control. My worry is that this is systemic, the the issue is reoccurring, every so years or so, that other issues will continually make this an issue in the future.

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10 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 11/18/2018

Hvac buttons became inop. Therefore, no defrost. Very dangerous. No heat. No a/c. No rear defrost. Backlight buttons yes are illuminated. I replaced two fuses, no change. I replaced the hvac blower motor resister, no change. No defrost is very dangerous on my 2013 chevy Equinox lt 4 cyl 2. 4l. The battery is 10 months old. I disconnected the entire battery for 15 minutes. No luck. Yes the entire radio works fine. Audio is good. However, the popup on the radio screen which reflects the fan speed motor changes is not showing up when I adjust the fan speed.

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11 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 07/19/2018

The heat and air will not work for long and short periods of time. There is a ticking sound, but the heat or air won't work. Periodically the screen of the radio will go off and remain that way until the heat or air decides to work again. It's hard to drive in the rain, and I will have to roll the windows down to clear the fog from the windshield. This has happened over the course of a year.

12 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 05/15/2018

The infotainment radio system failed. This controls not only the radio but the backup camera and the hands free calling. Been googling and it appears to be a common problem that is not being resolved. I called gm and they put me with gm infotainment team and they acknowledged that there is a problem but it is not a recall item at this time. Nothing is being done and the repairs are $1200. 00.

13 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 11/11/2017

My link and radio turn on and off , turn signals not working door charm and seat belt charm not working . Does not matter if it is stationary or moving . Also on star cuts off when the my link and radio goes off and on.

14 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 10/23/2017

After starting the car this morning there is no interior noises. No blinker, no radio, display on radio is blank. Radio and everything worked the evening before with no issues at all. Checked all fuses and still nothing. After searching the internet this appears to be a widespread chevy issue. To specify the vehicle was first in park and running when the problem was noticed. It continued to be a problem while driving (city and highway) and continued after the vehicle was restarted multiple times.

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15 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 05/27/2016

I got this car from frederi k auto center in March. Ever since then I had problems. I told them I let them. Knkw about them and they always said nothing was wrong with it. The one time they were supoose to fix something they had the car for two days and rhey put tape all over the hoses ro stop the leaks. They also failed the MD inspection considering my wires are melted together and my ignition doesnt work right which wouldnt have pass. Then they repo it when I wqsnt late on my payemnt because I said I want it fixed sinxe it was sols that way or I will file a compalint. Everything qas illegal thatbthey did.

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16 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 04/13/2016

The radio will not turn on when I start the vehicle. It is not until 10 minutes later that the radio will finally turn on and work properly. This also effects the turn signals and hazard lights. I feel that with the fact the turn signals do not work this is a safety hazard and a recall needs to be issued to fix this problem. This started in my driveway.

17 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 03/06/2016

The my link radio goes out at around 40,000 to 50,000 miles. With the loss of the radio you lose backup camera and all the info on the vehicle including warnings such as turn indicator noises, hazard noises, and all the other Smart features of the vehicle.

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18 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 02/21/2016

The radio failed in oct 2015. No display or controls. Reported it to the dealer and they ordered a new radio. It took 3 months. They installed the new radio in Jan 2016. On 2/21/16, radio failed again. No controls and blank screen. Am stations appeared but it stuck on an fm station. I only started the vehicle and hadn't moved yet. I didn't receive a work order for the repair, but did on the initial complaint.

19 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 11/23/2015

I have had my car to the dealer 4 times for the middle console that controls the hvac, radio, camera, ect. The radio was replaced once. Now, I have a complaint with gm and they told the dealership, give the car back, there isn't anything we can do if you can't replicate it. This happens usually when I am starting the car, but happened while I was on the phone driving. The call came back when the system rebooted. These issues began around the 18k miles and I am at 31k miles now. It happens no less than twice before I take it into the shop. I had it in the shop another time because I pressed the gas peddle after a complete stop and didn't go anywhere. Then all of a sudden, I was at 3000rpms. This issue began at the 31k miles and only occurred once. Again, they couldn't replicate it, so there was nothing to fix. The car is still under original factory warranty.

20 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 04/02/2015

Car radio display does not turn on when starting car. It will automatically start playing sometimes 10 mins after driving or not at all. Ac went out on car at 89000 miles. Pretty lousy considering it is only 4 years old. Also makes a loud noise and sounds like it is not shifting. Sound never goes away.

21 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 01/01/2015

My fianc� bought her 2011 Equinox used from a local dealer. She bought the 4 cylinder with 2 wheel drive. I think it's the plain edition? anyways it wasn't long after buying it that it started making noises that sounded like the vehicle was going to raddle apart any min. From day one it goes through oil like crazy! it seems like I put more oil in then fuel. Then she was coming home from work one day and the tranny stopped working. Pushing on the gas only made rps go up, like it was in neutral. So we towed it to a transmission shop with a great reputation. It didn't take long for them to find the problem and tell us the bad news. Whole tranny needed to be done and the bill wasn't going to be cheap. It ended up costing us around 3700 dollars after it was all said and done. Few week went by and it happened again. So we brought it back and more needed to be replaced. Thank the liars the shop guarantees their work because they took it for another week. We got it back a right away it was slipping going into 3rd every once in awhile. Once again we had issues with if and this time the guy said he going to order some aftermarket parts instead of using the cheap factory crap! the tranny has worked since then but I know that it's not working perfect either. Since then we have had to dump another few thousand replacing gaskets, the timing chain, and exhaust manifold. Now a new problem just came up and the center dash went blank and nothing works on it. The display is blank, no radio, can't adjust air flow and all interior sound stop making noises. Like the ticking of the blinker or dinging are just not working! we could have the car paid off with the amount of money we sunk in her car!! I hate everything about this vehicul and feel helpless. We still own on the car and I dont think it will ever be paid off before it dies for good!.

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22 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 11/03/2014

First issue is the radio/center console screen will reboot while often. This happens randomly and will happen while the car is driving. I have had it happen at least 10 times. Second issue is that when even though the car was in drive, when you pressed on the gas the car would not go anywhere. The engine would rev up but the car would only move about 1-2mph after you floored the gas petal. We have taken it into the dealership twice now for these issues but the computer in the car will not say anything is wrong.

23 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 08/26/2014

1. )this morning, I started my car, it stalled out, like it did not want to start. I swept that under the rug. After work, I started my car and it stalled again while trying to start. As a matter of fact it was as if someone had gotten under the hood and disconnected/reconnected my battery. I had to reset my clock and radio stations. 2. )also, while I am complaining, I have had to change my brake lights at least 4 times within the last year. I called the dealership and they just said "you do know you have to change the bulbs every once in a while"---yes! but not several times in one year. 3. )there is also moisture in the headlights--even after the dealership "fixing it". 4. ) my key fob does not lock the passenger side door. (sometimes they lock, sometimes they don't. I have read some of the same complaints, but yet there are no recalls. Are you kidding me?.

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24 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 08/16/2014

When the engine was turned on, the airconditioner was not working and the radio is stucked.

25 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 08/05/2014

At 7pm est, as I was coming up to make a right turn I noticed the sound of my radio shut off, in a split second I looked at the digital display and all the lights were off, then as I was turning the power steering suddenly was off and I had a hard time turning the wheel to the right, the engine completely had shut down, I then was pulling off to the right side into an empty space for safety when my vehicle started on its own without any attempt to turn the key in the ignition. I am absolutely terrified. This is a brand new 4/2013 lease with only approximately 7600 or so miles noted. I am deeply concerned for not only my safety but the safety of the general public.

26 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 10/01/2007

I also had issues with my cd player. After inserting cd the player window announced for me to insert a disc. I ejected and tried again. Still it would not identify the cd as being loaded. I tried original cd's (brand new 1st time being played & older) as well as homemade copied cd's. None would read. This was only 5 months after purchased brand new. The cd player never worked again, however the radio did work fine. The dealer completely replaced the entire radio/cd/mp3 player after inspecting & found "internal failure".

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27 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2005 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 08/01/2007

At aprox 100k miles the cd player jammed and won't play cds nor eject or accept them. Since I cannot afford to fix this the cd player says it has an error all the time and attempts to clear the error and runs and runs. It still remains jammed and still gives me an error across the screen every 10 minutes.

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28 Radio/tape Cd Player problem of the 2006 Chevrolet Equinox

Failure Date: 08/27/2006

I have had my Equinox for almost 4 months. I can't play a cd in the cd player. It starts to play and then skips and won't play the cd. I have tried playing a variety of cd's and I can't get them to work. It has worked up to this point. But now it won't work at all. It spits out the cd after it skips and won't play. Anyone else have this happen?.



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