Key stuck in ignition

[upnorthmom66]

I have a 2010 and a 2015 equinox. I put the 2010 key in the ‘15 ignition and it’s stuck. It comes half way out. I jiggled and wiggled and googled but nothing is working. Any ideas?

 

[TopHat]

Sounds like the same problem the Chevy Cobalt had. Long story short, a guy working for GM changed the design without telling his colleagues and it eventually failed. Cobalt's had a recall and the engineer fired. You might check for recall, or even hidden recall to see if dealer will replace mechanism. I even had a bit of problems with a 2002 Avalanche but always eventually got the key out.

I just found this, it might be helpful: https://www.fixautousa.com/blog/car-key-stuck-in-ignition/#:~:text=Use your left index finger,your key out of it. I also found this and looks like Equinox not included in ignition recall:
What vehicles are included in the GM ignition switch recall?





Which vehicles are involved? All 2003-2007 Saturn ION, 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky.

 

[corvairbob]

if the above help fails here is another one that amy help

7 Causes Of A Key Stuck In The Ignition And How To Fix It

If your car key is stuck in the ignition, it can result in a panic situation where you can make bad decisions. Learn how to handle it like a professional.

mechanicbase.com

 

[corvairbob]

if the above help fails here is another one that amy help

7 Causes Of A Key Stuck In The Ignition And How To Fix It

If your car key is stuck in the ignition, it can result in a panic situation where you can make bad decisions. Learn how to handle it like a professional.

mechanicbase.com

 

[Chowboy]

same thing continues to happen with my 07. On my 07, there is small square panel that pops out and gives access undereath the column. There is a button that can be depressed with your thumb to allow the key to be removed without issues. Ill try and find the youtube video for ya

 

[Chowboy]

Hope it helps bud, I know it can be frustrating

 

[corvairbob]

thanks for those YT they may come in handy for lots of folks

 

[upnorthmom66]

Hope it helps bud, I know it can be frustratinT

 

[upnorthmom66]

Thank you!

Sounds like the same problem the Chevy Cobalt had. Long story short, a guy working for GM changed the design without telling his colleagues and it eventually failed. Cobalt's had a recall and the engineer fired. You might check for recall, or even hidden recall to see if dealer will replace mechanism. I even had a bit of problems with a 2002 Avalanche but always eventually got the key out.

I just found this, it might be helpful: https://www.fixautousa.com/blog/car-key-stuck-in-ignition/#:~:text=Use your left index finger,your key out of it. I also found this and looks like Equinox not included in ignition recall:
What vehicles are included in the GM ignition switch recall?



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Which vehicles are involved? All 2003-2007 Saturn ION, 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2006-2010 Pontiac Solstice and 2007-2010 Saturn Sky.

Thank you!