2005 Chevrolet Equinox FWD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2005 Chevrolet Equinox FWD; the most frequently affected component is power train — automatic transmission. Owners filed 638 complaints, most often about unknown or other. Among the 20 model years of this model in the database, 2005 ranks #13 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints638

Crashes reported6in stored complaints

Fires reported3in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Power train — Automatic transmissionCampaign 04V302000 · 30 Jun 2004

Problem: Certain sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, 'theft protection.' an ignition key park lock cable end fitting was not fully seated on the automatic transmission shifter nail head during installation.

Risk: This can prevent the cable auto-set from correctly adjusting the cable. An incorrectly adjusted cable prevents the shifter from locking in the 'park' position when the key is removed from the key cylinder.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect for a properly functioning shift lock when the ignition key is removed. Dealers will repair vehicles that exhibit the subject condition. The recall began august 17, 2004. Owners should contact chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Unknown or other12 · 30%

Electrical system11 · 28%

Engine8 · 20%

Service brakes7 · 18%

Power train6 · 15%

Steering4 · 10%

Suspension4 · 10%

Air bags3 · 8%

When complaints were filed

20171

201811

20194

20208

20219

20225

20232

From owner complaints

Drove vehicle to a store, while inside an electrical fire started underneath fuse box while the vehicle was parked. Fire men stated vehicle was attempting to start itself without keys and without being on. Headlights n dash remained on and vehicle began to smoke very badly, wouldn't quit until battery was disconnected…
Electrical system · Dec 2017 · NHTSA complaint record

My key to my car won't turn. And when you do get it started by hitting it the key falls out while driving. This is my third time replacing it but saw there's been recalls for the lock ignition switch for this model. It's started happening again a year after i last replaced the lock ignition switch.
Electrical system · Dec 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

Vehicle is able to drive while key is out of ignition when engine is already running. Seat belt disconnects randomly. Vehicle can be open with a nickel coin. Ecu triggers warning lights randomly
Electrical system · May 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

Well i bought it from a individual 3 months ago n the second day of getting it my check engine light came on it feels like it jerks the crap out of u when trying to to gain speed from 40-55 range n when coming to a stop sign it feels like it don't want to stop now the abs n traction control light is on dash . I have…
Unknown or other · Nov 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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