NHTSA Complaint #11553965 — 2016 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

ENGINE issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11553965
Vehicle	2016 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	October 1, 2022
Date Filed	November 7, 2023
Mileage	60,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MI

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the engine oil level was extremely low. The contact stated that the engine had experienced oil consumption failure and engine oil was constantly being added to the engine. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were not yet contacted. The failure mileage was 60,000.

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