NHTSA Complaint #11512761 — 2016 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11512761
Vehicle	2016 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	March 10, 2023
Date Filed	March 20, 2023
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	VA

Consumer Description

Ongoing problems with oil consumption despite repairs and frequent checking of oil and oil changes. The check engine light appeared shortly after purchase in 3/2019. I've visited at least 3 different service centers since purchasing and they have all identified issues with the engine/oil. My vehicle became inoperable on 3/10/2023 and would not start; it had to be towed to an independent service center. The most recent repair estimate started at $2,900 for a remanufactured engine, labor not included. The center I had my vehicle towed to reported this was the third vehicle (another 2016 Equinox and a 2015 GMC Terrain) they've encountered within the past few months that had the same issue. My vehicle is available for inspection as I cannot make any more costly repairs for a vehicle with a known issue.

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