CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2006 Equinox is plagued by a heating problem, as in the heater only blows cold air.
The reported cause of this problem is a small door, known as the air temperature blend door, which allows air to flow past the heater core. This door has a plastic connecting shaft to an electric motor and the shaft is prone to breaking after a few years. The problem has a typical repair cost of over $800.
The 2006 Equinox also has a number of reported problems ranging from the key getting stuck in the ignition, to failing speed sensors, and trouble starting the engine. All in all, this car sounds like one worth avoiding.
I bought this used Equinox in November 2009 and has had everything imagine gone wrong. I just did some work on the transmission. I need the company to tell me what is the problem with this Equinox, because there is definitely something wrong. I have spent over $10,000 dollars in parts and repairs. It is driving me Crazy! I cannot afford to buy another vehicle. I need some advice. Thanks
Odd noise came from passenger front side. As time went on, noise got louder, and thus easier to diagnose. It was either a CV joint or wheel bearing, and a mechanic uncle-in-law of mine was convinced wheel bearing. Good enough for me! Went online and tutored myself on how to replace. Really good video from 1aauto (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bF4ZUPhaWCI&feature=relmfu)= very helpful. Although I knew what to do, doing it was quite a chore. The old hub assembly was a bear to remove. It took on and off pounding with hammers for over two hours. Also used a LP torch, which seemed to help. Eitherwho, new hub went right on and problem solved. I just don't want to do it again!
- geerjm,
Sterling, IL, US
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I bought this used Equinox in November 2009 and has had everything imagine gone wrong. I just did some work on the transmission. I need the company to tell me what is the problem with this Equinox, because there is definitely something wrong. I have spent over $10,000 dollars in parts and repairs. It is driving me Crazy! I cannot afford to buy another vehicle. I need some advice. Thanks
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