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2021 Chevrolet Equinox electrical problems

18 complaints (18% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 55,000.

owner complaints
18
of this car's complaints
18%
typical mileage
55,000
crashes
0
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Starter assembly
    1
  • Instrument panel: speedometer/odometer
    1
  • Body control module/bcm
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Chevrolet Equinox electrical problems in other years

20052010201520202026

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2021 Chevrolet Equinox owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Oct 8, 2026 · Electrical · 54,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the starter had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was scheduled to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,000.

Filed Aug 19, 2026 · Electrical · SD

While driving on the interstate, the moonroof glass began opening without any input from the moonroof controls. The power sunshade was still closed at the time. I opened the sunshade manually so it would not interfere with the glass. After the glass opened, I was unable to get it to remain fully closed. When I was able to close the glass, it would reopen on its own several more times. I also heard a clicking sound during the repeated opening and closing. After this occurred, the power sunshade also stopped operating correctly. It would open fully, but when closing, it would stop approximately halfway and leave the front portion of the moonroof uncovered. It would not close completely. There were no warning lights or other dashboard indications during the incident. The only way I was eventually able to get both the moonroof glass and the sunshade to close completely was to leave the vehicle turned off for approximately two hours and then perform the moonroof reset/initialization procedure. After the reset, both the glass and sunshade returned to normal operation. The most concerning part of the incident was that the moonroof glass opened by itself while the vehicle was being driven, without anyone touching the controls.

Filed Jul 5, 2026 · Electrical, Fuel system · WV

The electronic brake control module causes the car to no start and goes into limp mode. Cuts off the power to every system in the entire dashboard including the transmission making the car very dangerous to drive.

Filed Jun 16, 2026 · Electrical · OH

I have no sound at all no turn signals, no seat belt no nothing, had Chevy in leesburg tell me I need an update did that and being told to replace radio and amplifier

Filed Sep 25, 2025 · Electrical · 206,352 miles · IL

Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was approximately 72,170, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was approximately 206,352.

Filed Sep 3, 2025 · Electrical · IA

My audio quit, no sound for warning indicator, no radio audio, or onstar audio. Can't here anyone speaking when using phone, though the receiving party can her me speak to them.

Filed Aug 22, 2025 · Electrical · 55,000 miles · IA

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the liftgate independently opened. There was no warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the failure occasionally occurred while driving at certain locations. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with a radio frequency failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000. The VIN was unavailable.

Filed Jun 23, 2025 · Electrical, Engine · NJ

I was driving my vehicle and went to make a left turn out of a parking lot into traffic and my engine shut off and my car rolled into traffic and the check engine light turned on. All of the other functions in the car stayed on i.e. radio, air and all the lights. I had to have the car towed to a mechanic the mechanic was unable to diagnose my car so it was then brought to a chevy dealership. The dealership stated my car worked fine with no issues and tried to return the vehicle back to me I insisted they keep testing the vehicle. They drove the vehicle around the parking lot again in circles and the cars engine shut off and is unable to be turned back on. GM and CHEVY are stating they have no idea why this is happening. I am very concerned about this considering they tried to return the vehicle to me stating their were no issues and ignoring my concerns at first, I had to insist that they keep checking the vehicle and now it will not even turn on.

Filed Nov 15, 2024 · Electrical · 55,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the horn was intermittently inoperable while driving. The contact stated that the failure progressively worsened, causing the horn to become permanently inoperable. Additionally, the seat belt warning light was illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.

Filed Nov 6, 2024 · Driver assistance, Electrical · NC

When purchase vehicle there was only 9,567 miles on it . I had the car for 1 year when lane changing warning and front camera went out. Also effected my car started. Dont know when it was first purchase and they say warranty is up. It could of been the end of 2024 but they say 1/2024.. Miles is under 36000 and the end of 2024 is 3year. My bill they stat is over 1500. I can afford it in this economy. And chevy should honor the bumper to bumper warranty. Im disappointed in Chevy, that there electronics go in less then 3 years. I hope that chevy for a large corporation will make this right. Cause right now im not happy with chevy vehicle [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Questions about the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox electrical

Does the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox have electrical problems?

Owners have filed 18 complaints about the electrical of the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox, 18% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2021 Chevrolet Equinox electrical problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 55,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox electrical?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Chevrolet Equinox have the most electrical problems?

The Chevrolet Equinox model years with the most electrical complaints are 2005 (159 complaints), 2006 (141 complaints) and 2007 (102 complaints).

Other 2021 Chevrolet Equinox problems

Fuel system 26Engine 18Transmission 17Brakes 8Body 5Airbags 4Driver assistance 4Seat belts 4Steering 4Lights 3Tires 3Visibility 2Acceleration 1Locks 1Seats 1Wheels 1

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