NHTSA Data Explorer

Chevrolet Equinox

Data refreshed June 26, 2026

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Complaints

8,945

Active records

Recalls

31

Active records

TSBs

4,101

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

4

Injuries

330

Crashes

352

Fires

92

Top reported issues — Chevrolet Equinox

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Operating state

2,744

Condition issue

2,219

Reporting mechanism

2,192

Fluid issue

1,974

Engine behavior

1,690

Performance issue

1,125

Noise

960

Wiper/washer behavior

879

Safety restraint issue

803

Driver assistance issue

750

HVAC behavior

702

Braking behavior

636

Vibration/harshness

530

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

482

Thermal issue

439

Starting behavior

416

Smell

391

Steering behavior

347

Safety restraint behavior

277

Infotainment behavior

246

Access/entry issue

238

Electrical issue

237

Powering on/off behavior

218

Lighting behavior

144

Ride/handling behavior

86

Recent change

73

Communication/network issue

48

Electrified system issue

8

Charging behavior

2

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2025 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

Filed Jun 22, 2026


I’ve owned this vehicle since new, and I’ve asked the dealership twice as well as contacted GM/OnStar customer relations. At speeds above roughly 65 mph, the interior turn signal indicator sound can’t be heard. I end up driving until the “turn signal left on” alert goes off, which is loud enough to notice. Since the sound comes from the audio system, I don’t see any way to change it through settings or aftermarket options. One of the safty issues is on crowded highways other driver attempt to…

2026 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

Filed Jun 22, 2026


The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at high speeds, the vehicle stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the oil gauge fluctuated. The vehicle was towed to a local independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with fuel pump failure. An appointment was scheduled to inspect the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure…

2018 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

Filed Jun 22, 2026


My 2018 Equinox is failing California Smog due to an incorrect CVN error code, which is covered under Emissions Recall N212345540 or N202298780 and the dealership is refusing to reflash it and asking me to pay for a full diagnostics when there is no check engine light on. I also had a full diagnostic run on June 2nd $289.99 which confirmed this code and referred me to the BAR Referee who also confirmed this is causing the issue.

2025 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

Filed Jun 20, 2026


My telematics module for onstar is draining power from the car's battery which has been not allowing me to start after I turn it off without having to jumpstart it. Also when I do jump start it, the cruise control don't work and service messages pop up on my HUD. The dealership said it's undrivable due to safety concerns and the part is backordered for an unknown ETA.

2024 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

Filed Jun 18, 2026


2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV. Beginning approximately two infotainment software updates ago, the vehicle's Bluetooth system repeatedly drops the connection to my paired iPhone, and the contact-sync feature stopped functioning entirely. The problem did not exist when the vehicle was new and started only after a vehicle software update, indicating a software-introduced defect rather than a phone fault. I have reset the infotainment system and performed a full delete-and-re-pair on both the phone and…

2025 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

Filed Jun 18, 2026


The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that during the winter months, it was difficult to connect the charger to the vehicle due to the ice. The contact stated that the tire pressure warning light was illuminated constantly. Additionally, while driving and depressing the brake pedal, there was squeaking sound coming from the brakes. The contact stated that dealer was contacted about the tire pressure warning lights, and the vehicle was repaired; however, the failures…

2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

Filed Jun 18, 2026


Brake vacuum, pump failed while driving which made the brakes not work. I had it towed to a dealer and they found that the pump was internally damaged. Pump was then replaced. There was no warning this was about to happen and it happened suddenly. One moment the car had brakes and the next there was no braking. A very dangerous situation and we were lucky to not have a major accident.

2026 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

Filed Jun 18, 2026


Walked out of the car into the gas station came back out the brake pedal was locked up literally didn’t even wiggle at all couldn’t start the car I tapped it a couple times and then it made a horrible snap/pop sound and works fine for now

2025 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

Filed Jun 18, 2026


Telematic module diagnosed to fail by the dealer service department. Replacement part is not available after 3 months, and not ETA from GM parts department.

2018 CHEVROLET EQUINOX

Filed Jun 17, 2026


I was driving and the brake vacuum pump failed and the metal shards went up into the engine. The service light went on as they failed and I lost the ability to brake. Yes, we still have the part and the shards that came out of the engine, but there are still pieces in the engine. my safety was at risk and everyone else's on the road because I had no brakes and was driving 45 mph. The vehicle has not been looked at yet by any professional because so far no mechanic will touch it.

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Updated June 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.