Engine failure, knocking or rod bearing

What got replaced

Owners who name the part that was replaced mention the engine (61 reports) and the timing chain (21 reports).

Recalls and investigations

No recall on the engine covers the 2015 model year as of Sep 9, 2026.

What owners paid

23 of the 64 reports quote a price. Each dot is one quote. The middle half runs $1,650 to $8,300.

When it happens

The middle half of failures fell between 77,000 and 102,000 miles, from the 33 reports that gave a mileage.

What owners wrote

“the 2015 equinox has been serviced and maintenance regularly. The engine's timing chain failed at 73k miles. No explanation on why. I was told even though I do maintenance regularly, it just happens in these vehicle. i now need a new engine not under warranty”

Filed Jan 24, 2025 · 73,000 miles

“Timing chain broke in 2020. Engine was replaced with a remanned engine with the approved upgraded timing chain. October 2023, upgraded timing chain broke again causing the need for a 2nd new engine with less than 75,000 miles on the remanned motor.”

Filed Oct 10, 2023 · 75,000 miles

“Engine failed as a result of a constant oil leak. My and others safety was put at risk because the engine died while I was traveling on the road. The problem has been confirmed by an independent service center. There was no warning lamps or messages.”

Filed Dec 28, 2022

“PCV system freezing and plugging resulting in increased pressure causing excessive oil leak and potential engine failure. Pulled oil dipstick and release excessive pressure, however icing and freezing within the system continues to occur.”

Filed Dec 26, 2022

Other problems on this car

• Windshield cracks or distorts 178 reports
• Engine stalls or loses power while driving 98 reports
• Burns oil or oil level rises 79 reports
• Check engine light or misfire 58 reports
• Airbag warning light or recall 37 reports