NHTSA Complaint #11611581 — 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX ENGINE

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11611581
Vehicle	2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
Component	ENGINE
Date of Incident	August 28, 2024
Date Filed	August 29, 2024
Mileage	144,919 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	NC

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and failed to exceed 10 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an auto repair shop to purchase a diagnostic tool; the diagnostic tool was used to diagnose the vehicle. The diagnostic scan tool determined that the ECM Module, air induction system, and oil pressure system needed to be repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was 144,919.

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