General Motors was founded in 1908.
In the beginning, they were known to produce high-quality products and even displayed a ‘mark of excellence’ on them. Unfortunately, the quality of their products dropped a few decades ago, and they’ve since stopped using this mark.
Many consumers have reported major issues with their GM products. So many problems have been reported that people started using GM’s past mark of excellence as a sign of mockery.
You might be wondering what engine problems consumers have faced and if they’ve found recourse through PA Lemon Law or NJ Lemon Law. Keep reading below because we’ll give you the answers you’re looking for.
Issues With the Chevy Equinox
The main complaint you’ll hear from a GM customer about the Chevy Equinox is the insanely high amount of oil the engine would burn through. Some customers had to put several quarts of oil in their engine every month.
Other complaints revolved around the car not starting once the key was put in and the starter calling it quits with no warning. Those things don’t sound safe, right?
The complaints around the Chevy Equinox perfectly paint a picture of what not-so-great engines look like in action. Let’s now look more specifically at engine problems GM consumers might face.
Problems With the Pistons
There are a few major problems with the GM 2.0 Ecotec engines surrounding the pistons. The first one is reported early piston failure.
Most issues in the pistons occur around the rings, and it’s not a cheap piece to repair. It’ll put a major dent in your wallet. To make things worse, people were reporting piston failure within the first few thousand miles!
Other reported piston issues include smoking, knocking, and misfires. Most piston failures are so severe that the car owner will need a new engine.
Reported Oil Leaks
All engines run the risk of leaking oil, but these engines reached an excessive level of leaks. Many consumers reported the main problem area was the timing cover.
A leak from the timing cover is typically slow and will drip onto the ground. It’s important to keep an eye out for a leak if you’re a GM engine vehicle owner.
If the engine is leaking oil, you may notice extreme oil loss, smoking, or a strong burning smell.
Beware of Carbon Build-Up
Carbon build-up is one of the most common car problems, but especially so in the GM 2.0 Ecotec engine.
If you’re noticing misfiring, stuttering, or power loss to the vehicle, take it into a shop for a valve cleaning. You could also be experiencing issues with the spark plugs.
Even if it’s not carbon build-up, it’s better to be safe than sorry.
Beware of These Common GM 2.0 Ecotec Engine Problems
After reading this article, you may be able to hear the collective groan of car owners with GM 2.0 Ecotec engines. There are a handful of common engine problems.
The main ones reported include excessive oil use, high carbon build-up, and problems with piston failure. If you suspect any issues with your engine, take it into a shop immediately.
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