2005 Chevrolet Equinox Chevrolet Equinox 2005

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2005 Chevrolet Equinox repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (12%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (5%)

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2005 Chevrolet Equinox body repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (40%)

< $100 (60%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Chevrolet Equinox 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD

97340 mi

C $200
Replaced upper door seal on rear hatch. 
36423 mi Replace sunroof air deflector. Replace discoloured front bow tie emblem. (warranty) 
68820 mi

C $200
Paint peeling on lift gate. Sand blasting and touch up required. Paint peeling on lift gate. Sand blasting and touch up required. 
169000 mi

US $35
rattling sound by the driving column 

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2005 Chevrolet Equinox 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

6000 mi Paint on rear door well damaged by rubber door bushings. Door wells repainted by dealer. 
13400 mi Dealer again assessed paint damage from rear door bushings. Door hinges removed and adjusted, door wells were repainted. Problem persists. 
97000 mi

US $400
Rain water draining into the tire well. 
36712 mi Sway Bar End Links replaced due to rattle when going over bumps. R0760 - RADIO, REMOVE AND REPLACE - Replaced Radio due to finish coming off of buttons. R0760 - RADIO, REMOVE AND REPLACE - Replaced Radio due to finish coming off of buttons. 
157000 mi

US $185
Door handle broke off 

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2005 Chevrolet Equinox 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

11000 mi Excessive wind noise. 

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2005 Chevrolet Equinox Body Problems

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