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moderate 15 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $350
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE RETAINED TO THE EXTENT REQUIRED BY THE STANDARD, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURIES TO THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
HEATER IS BLOWING COLD AIR ONLY. UNABLE TO DEFROST FRONT WINDSHIELD. THIS IS VERY HAZARDOUS, AS MY WINTER DRIVING VISIBILITY IS LIMITED. SUSPECT AIR BLENDER DOOR FAILURE. THIS PROBLEM WAS ADDRESSED BY TSB 11135 (MAY 30, 2012); HOWEVER IT ONLY APPLIES TO 2006 CHEVY EQUINOX. MY CAR IS A 2007 CHEVY EQUINOX. I SPOKE WITH GM AND THEY CONFIRMED THE TSB WAS ONLY FOR THE 2006 MODEL YEAR. MY RESEARCH L…
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. WHEN THE TEMPERATURE OUTSIDE REACHES BETWEEN 30-35 DEGREES, THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT DOES NOT DEFOG THE WINDSHIELD. THE FEATURE ONLY WORKS IN 40 DEGREE WEATHER. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER STATED THAT IT WAS THE SPECIFICATIONS OF THE VEHICLE; THEREFORE, THEY COULD NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,800. UPDATED 01/14/09 UPDATED 01/21/09.*JB
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 15 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $350 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
Independent shops typically charge around $350 for visibility repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover visibility issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.