Chevrolet Equinox years to avoid
No model year of the Chevrolet Equinox stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Chevrolet Equinox years
Fewest owner complaints among the last 20 model years, counting only those with at least four years on the road.
Chevrolet Equinox complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Chevrolet Equinox problems
All model years combined.
- Engine3,183
- Visibility1,548
- Electrical1,235
- Transmission1,096
- Fuel system1,080
- Brakes772
- Airbags631
- Driver assistance552
- Steering468
- Acceleration291
- Body277
- Suspension166
Most reported problems on the Chevrolet Equinox
Check engine light 1,112Stalling 842Fuel pump 495Loss of power 410Won't start 241Airbag light 210ABS 207No deployment 142Fire or smoke 134Grinding brakes 126Brake failure 112Overheating 109Headlights 108Water leak 43
Chevrolet Equinox problems year by year
Tap a year to see its problems, recalls and what owners say.
| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | - | 1 | Driver assistance | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2026 | - | 80 | Driver assistance | 3,678 | 1 | 5 | |
| 2025 | - | 242 | Electrical | 8,300 | 0 | 11 | |
| 2024 | - | 84 | Fuel system | 16,989 | 1 | 6 | |
| 2023 | - | 99 | Fuel system | 34,000 | 3 | 5 | |
| 2022 | 80 | 188 | Fuel system | 24,000 | 6 | 14 | Fewest complaints |
| 2021 | 88 | 101 | Fuel system | 55,000 | 4 | 6 | Fewest complaints |
| 2020 | 75 | 320 | Brakes | 13,990 | 4 | 22 | |
| 2019 | 76 | 310 | Engine | 10,000 | 4 | 23 | |
| 2018 | 69 | 410 | Brakes | 23,000 | 5 | 23 | |
| 2017 | 79 | 276 | Engine | 69,000 | 0 | 18 | |
| 2016 | 75 | 400 | Engine | 65,000 | 1 | 14 | |
| 2015 | 57 | 680 | Visibility | 75,000 | 2 | 24 | |
| 2014 | 64 | 549 | Engine | 79,500 | 1 | 23 | |
| 2013 | 53 | 751 | Engine | 80,000 | 2 | 20 | |
| 2012 | 55 | 685 | Engine | 81,000 | 3 | 16 | |
| 2011 | 50 | 783 | Engine | 80,000 | 3 | 30 | |
| 2010 | 51 | 784 | Engine | 80,000 | 3 | 15 | |
| 2009 | 90 | 94 | Airbags | 79,000 | 0 | 5 | Fewest complaints |
| 2008 | 77 | 370 | Airbags | 75,000 | 0 | 9 | |
| 2007 | 54 | 685 | Fuel system | 75,789 | 4 | 11 | |
| 2006 | 56 | 695 | Visibility | 72,000 | 0 | 16 | |
| 2005 | 54 | 638 | Engine | 69,500 | 1 | 56 |
Recalls 32
Chevrolet Equinox warranty extensions
Repairs the manufacturer covers beyond the normal warranty. Check whether your car and mileage qualify before paying for one of these.
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Questions about the Chevrolet Equinox
What years of the Chevrolet Equinox should you avoid?
No single model year of the Chevrolet Equinox has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Chevrolet Equinox?
2009, 2021 and 2022 have the fewest owner complaints among model years that have been on the road for at least four years (94, 101 and 188).
What is the most common problem with the Chevrolet Equinox?
Engine, with 3,183 complaints across all years, followed by visibility (1,548) and electrical (1,235).
How many recalls does the Chevrolet Equinox have?
32 recalls between 2005 and 2027. The 2022 model year has the most, with 6.
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