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Chevrolet Equinox Problems, Recalls and Owner Complaints by Model Year
Across 15 model years, NHTSA lists 42 recalls and 5,432 owner complaints for the Chevrolet Equinox. Newest model year first. Data as of October 25, 2026.
Chevrolet Equinox by model year
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Chevrolet Equinox | 0 | 86 | |
| 2025 Chevrolet Equinox | 6 | 401 | |
| 2024 Chevrolet Equinox | 2 | 190 | |
| 2023 Chevrolet Equinox | 3 | 99 | |
| 2022 Chevrolet Equinox | 5 | 182 | |
| 2021 Chevrolet Equinox | 4 | 100 | |
| 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 4 | 318 | |
| 2019 Chevrolet Equinox | 4 | 306 | |
| 2018 Chevrolet Equinox | 5 | 410 | |
| 2017 Chevrolet Equinox | 0 | 276 | |
| 2016 Chevrolet Equinox | 1 | 399 | |
| 2015 Chevrolet Equinox | 2 | 680 | |
| 2014 Chevrolet Equinox | 1 | 549 | |
| 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | 2 | 751 | |
| 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | 3 | 685 |
Model years with no recall and fewer than three complaints are not listed. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. All Chevrolet models.
Chevrolet Equinox: questions owners ask
Which Chevrolet Equinox year has the most problems?
By owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the Chevrolet Equinox model years with the most are the 2013 (751), 2012 (685) and 2015 (680). Newer model years have had less time on the road, so their counts are naturally lower; compare years of a similar age.
Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the fewest complaints?
Leaving out the newest model years (too new to compare), the fewest owner complaints were filed for the 2023 (99), 2021 (100) and 2022 (182), out of 13 model years from 2012 to 2024. A low count can also mean that year sold fewer cars.
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Equinox have?
NHTSA lists recalls for 13 Chevrolet Equinox model years, 42 in total when counted per model year (one recall often covers several years). The years with the most are the 2025 (6), 2018 (5) and 2022 (5). Check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the most stalling complaints?
690 owner complaints across 15 Chevrolet Equinox model years describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. The most were filed for the 2012 (107), 2013 (104) and 2015 (72) model years, out of 15 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the most wiper complaints?
639 owner complaints across 5 Chevrolet Equinox model years describe windshield wipers stopping or failing. The most were filed for the 2015 (220), 2014 (141) and 2012 (112) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the most oil consumption complaints?
636 owner complaints across 6 Chevrolet Equinox model years describe excessive oil consumption or oil leaks. The most were filed for the 2013 (176), 2012 (153) and 2014 (87) model years, out of 6 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the most check engine light complaints?
552 owner complaints across 15 Chevrolet Equinox model years describe the check engine light coming on. The most were filed for the 2013 (79), 2012 (67) and 2014 (53) model years, out of 15 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the most engine noise complaints?
271 owner complaints across 6 Chevrolet Equinox model years describe a knocking, ticking or rattling engine noise. The most were filed for the 2012 (57), 2013 (57) and 2015 (48) model years, out of 6 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the most engine failure complaints?
261 owner complaints across 7 Chevrolet Equinox model years describe complete engine failure or a replaced engine. The most were filed for the 2013 (50), 2015 (49) and 2016 (49) model years, out of 7 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the most rough idle and misfire complaints?
107 owner complaints across 9 Chevrolet Equinox model years describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. The most were filed for the 2012 (22), 2022 (16) and 2016 (14) model years, out of 9 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the most burning smell complaints?
80 owner complaints across 5 Chevrolet Equinox model years describe a burning smell or smoke. The most were filed for the 2013 (27), 2012 (24) and 2016 (14) model years, out of 5 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the most no-start complaints?
76 owner complaints across 7 Chevrolet Equinox model years describe the car failing to start. The most were filed for the 2022 (22), 2014 (17) and 2018 (15) model years, out of 7 years with such reports. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the most brake complaints?
62 owner complaints across 3 Chevrolet Equinox model years describe brakes feeling soft, failing, grinding or squealing. The most were filed for the 2018 (25), 2020 (21) and 2019 (16) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.
Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the most phantom braking complaints?
29 owner complaints across 3 Chevrolet Equinox model years describe sudden, unexpected automatic braking ("phantom braking"). The most were filed for the 2025 (15), 2026 (8) and 2024 (6) model years. Each model-year report has the owner quotes and any related recall.