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Chevrolet Equinox recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 32 recall campaigns and 9,132 owner complaints for the Chevrolet Equinox, covering model years 2005 to 2026. The 2010 model year drew the most complaints (784), and Engine is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 32 recall campaigns on file
  • 9,132 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 22 model years with data (2005–2026)
  • most complaints: 2010 (784 for that model year)
  • top component: Engine (2,828 complaints)
  • latest recall 26V114000 (reported Feb 26, 2026)
  • 366 complaints reporting a crash (4.0%)
  • 93 complaints reporting a fire (1.0%)
  • 239 complaints reporting an injury (2.6%)
  • 4 complaints reporting a death (<0.1%)

Chevrolet Equinox complaints by model year

22 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2010 model year has the most complaints: 784 of 9,132, or 8.6%. Next come 2011 (782) and 2013 (751). The fewest are for 2026, with 71 complaints.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Chevrolet Equinox owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2005–2026Column chart of 9,132 complaints across 22 model years. The highest is 2010 with 784. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2005: 638 complaints63820052006: 695 complaints69520062007: 685 complaints68520072008: 370 complaints37020082009: 94 complaints9420092010: 784 complaints78420102011: 782 complaints78220112012: 685 complaints68520122013: 751 complaints75120132014: 546 complaints54620142015: 679 complaints67920152016: 396 complaints39620162017: 272 complaints27220172018: 408 complaints40820182019: 301 complaints30120192020: 307 complaints30720202021: 94 complaints9420212022: 174 complaints17420222023: 95 complaints9520232024: 79 complaints7920242025: 226 complaints22620252026: 71 complaints712026
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Chevrolet Equinox complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Chevrolet Equinox complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
20056385613320
2006695169111
2007685116140
20083709180
2009945140
2010784159200
2011782303261
2012685166110
2013751205130
201454623490
2015679246130
2016396143140
201727218470
2018408234171
201930122750
202030720791
2021946040
202217414380
2023954030
2024795130
202522610030
2026715150
All model years9,132366932394

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Chevrolet Equinox components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Engine is the component named most often, in 2,828 complaints (31.0% of all 9,132), followed by Electrical System (1,217) and Visibility/Wiper (1,114).

Components named most often in Chevrolet Equinox complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Chevrolet Equinox complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Engine2,82831.0%
Electrical System1,21713.3%
Visibility/Wiper1,11412.2%
Power Train1,08811.9%
Fuel/Propulsion System8209.0%
Unknown or Other7918.7%
Air Bags6286.9%
Service Brakes6006.6%
Steering4655.1%
Visibility4434.9%
Engine and Engine Cooling3513.8%
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)3453.8%
Vehicle Speed Control2883.2%
Structure2743.0%
Fuel System, Gasoline2262.5%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Chevrolet Equinox recalls

32 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Equinox, newest first. The 32 campaigns cover model years 2005 to 2026. The 2022 model year appears in the most campaigns (6).

  • 32 recall campaigns
Chevrolet Equinox recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
2005: 1 campaign2006: no campaigns2007: 4 campaigns2008: no campaigns2009: no campaigns
2010: 3 campaigns2011: 3 campaigns2012: 3 campaigns2013: 2 campaigns2014: 1 campaign2015: 2 campaigns2016: 1 campaign2017: no campaigns2018: 5 campaigns2019: 4 campaigns
2020: 4 campaigns2021: 4 campaigns2022: 6 campaigns2023: 3 campaigns2024: 1 campaign2025: no campaigns2026: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 26V114000

    Reported

    Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual

    Model year 2026

    General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”

    Consequence:
    Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 24V839000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module › Software

    Model year 2022

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. Incorrect software in the transmission control module (TCM) may result in harsh shifting, reduced power, unintended deceleration, rear wheel lockup, or cause the vehicle to move in an unintended direction.

    Consequence:
    Rear wheel lock-up or moving in an unintended direction can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the transmission control module software calibration, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2024. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242471620.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  3. NHTSA campaign 23V869000

    Reported

    Structure › Body › Door

    Model year 2024

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The door strikers may fracture, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly.

    Consequence:
    A door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232429911.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  4. NHTSA campaign 23V339000

    Reported

    Child Seat › Vehicle Latch Anchor

    Model years 2020–2023

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars may have excessive powder coating, which could prevent a child seat from being installed with the anchorage bars. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

    Consequence:
    The inability to install a child seat with the LATCH anchorage bars could result in an unsecured child seat, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised to install child seats using the vehicle's rear seat belts until the remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect the latch anchorage bars, and remove and replace the finish, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232403240.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  5. NHTSA campaign 23V013000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump › Control/Drive Module

    Model years 2021–2022

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The fuel pump module may not consistently provide sufficient fuel to the engine, resulting in an engine stall.

    Consequence:
    An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222372310.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  6. NHTSA campaign 22V929000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification › Front Passenger

    Model year 2023

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with ventilated front passenger seats. The Occupant Classification System may not properly disable the front passenger air bag when there is a small child or child restraint detected in the seat.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, a front passenger air bag that deploys with a child or infant in the front passenger seat can increase their risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the passenger presence system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222388911.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  7. NHTSA campaign 22V724000

    Reported

    Seats

    Model years 2022–2023

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The driver's seat may have a stripped or loose bolt at the seat frame height-adjust pivot.

    Consequence:
    A seat with a missing or loose bolt may not properly restrain the occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the seat cushion frame, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 4, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222377890.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  8. NHTSA campaign 22V359000

    Reported

    Seats

    Model year 2022

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism.

    Consequence:
    An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the driver in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the cushion frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212356050.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  9. NHTSA campaign 22V165000

    Reported

    Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor

    Model years 2014–2015

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail.

    Consequence:
    Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the wiper module, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 21, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212352530.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  10. NHTSA campaign 21V612000

    Reported

    Tires; Tires › Tread/Belt

    Model years 2021–2022

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with certain Hankook tires. The tires may have been manufactured with an insufficient amount of curative agent, which could cause tread separation.

    Consequence:
    Tread separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the tire DOT numbers, and replace any affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782; and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212343560.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

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  1. NHTSA campaign 20V811000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Critical Fasteners; Seat Belts

    Model year 2021

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.

    Consequence:
    If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202322230.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 20V668000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model years 2018–2020

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.

    Consequence:
    Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  3. NHTSA campaign 19V704000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper

    Model year 2020

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles. The rear brake calipers may have been produced with an incorrect lubricant, potentially causing the rubber seals to swell and the brakes to drag.

    Consequence:
    Brake drag may result in overheating of the brake pads, affecting the braking ability and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake calipers, including the brake hose gasket, brake fluid and wheel to hub lubricant, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438. GM's number for this recall is N192270920.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  4. NHTSA campaign 19V667000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly

    Model years 2019–2020

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Equinox all-wheel drive vehicles. The fuel tanks may have been manufactured with an improperly sealed seam, possibly allowing fuel to leak along the seam near the fuel inlet.

    Consequence:
    A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192271870.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  5. NHTSA campaign 19V184000

    Reported

    Seats

    Model year 2019

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The rear-right seat may have insufficient welds on the head-restraint bracket.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, the insufficient welds may result in an increased risk of injury for an occupant seated in the rear-right position.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-right seatback frame, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192209550.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  6. NHTSA campaign 18V576000

    Reported

    Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper

    Model years 2018–2019

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

    Consequence:
    A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  7. NHTSA campaign 18V358000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

    Model year 2018

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.

    Consequence:
    A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  8. NHTSA campaign 18V252000

    Reported

    Structure › Emergency › Escape/Egress/Exit; Visibility

    Model year 2018

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles. The driver and front passenger door window glass may not be properly tempered. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."

    Consequence:
    If the glass is not tempered properly, and the window is broken, the glass can break into large pieces, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the glass in the front doors, free of charge. The recall began May 15, 2018. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 18136.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  9. NHTSA campaign 17V516000

    Reported

    Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft

    Model year 2018

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles and 2017-2018 GMC Acadia vehicles. The right front intermediate driveshaft may fracture and separate while driving.

    Consequence:
    If the front right intermediate drive shaft assembly separates while driving, the vehicle will lose propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. If the assembly separates while parked on a grade, without the park brake engaged, the vehicle may move unintentionally, increasing the risk of a vehicle roll-away.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right front intermediate drive shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17329.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  10. NHTSA campaign 16V582000

    Reported

    Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor

    Model year 2013

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode and wear over time, possibly resulting in one or both of the windshield wipers becoming inoperative.

    Consequence:
    Inoperative windshield wipers may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, dealers will repair the AIP-hole, inspect and, if necessary, replace the front wiper module, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 25302.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  11. NHTSA campaign 16V502000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Ignition; Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    Model years 2010–2013

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

    Consequence:
    If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  12. NHTSA campaign 16V449000

    Reported

    Equipment › Other › Labels; Tires

    Model year 2016

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles manufactured October 16, 2015. The certification labels may have incorrect tire/rim size and cold tire pressure information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    Consequence:
    If the information on the certification labels is incorrect, the operator may install incorrectly sized tires or rims or may improperly inflate the tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1050, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 46600.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  13. NHTSA campaign 15V666000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Side/Window

    Model year 2015

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its deployment.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of one or both of the side impact air bags, the air bag's inflator may rupture and the air bag may not properly inflate. The rupture could cause metal fragments to strike the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Additionally, if the air bag does not properly inflate, the driver or passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 01320.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  14. NHTSA campaign 14V447000

    Reported

    Seats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust

    Model years 2010–2012

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenly to the lowest vertical position.

    Consequence:
    If the driver's seat unexpectedly drops, the distraction and altered seat position may affect the drivers' control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet), or 1-800-462-8782 (GMC). GM's number for this recall is 14271.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  15. NHTSA campaign 12V459000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

    Model year 2007

    General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent vehicles originally sold or currently registered in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas; model year 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5, and Saturn ION vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, or Texas; model year 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona; and model year 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Nevada, Oklahoma, or Texas. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the plastic supply or return port on the fuel pump module may crack, which could cause a fuel leak.

    Consequence:
    Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
    Remedy:
    GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Notification to owners began on November 21, 2012. Owners were instructed to not bring their vehicles in for repair until January 2013. Owners may contact General Motors at 1-800-521-7300.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  16. NHTSA campaign 11V511000

    Reported

    Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems

    Model year 2012

    General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, manufactured from July 18, 2011, through September 6, 2011, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "tire pressure monitoring system" (TPMS). The tire pressure monitoring system is designed to illuminate the tire pressure warning light when the pressure in a tire is 25% below the recommended cold tire pressure. On these vehicles, the light will not illuminate until the tire pressure is more than 25% below the recommended cold tire pressure.

    Consequence:
    Underinflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash. The resulting crash could cause serious injury. Underinflated tires can also result in premature or irregular wear, poor handling, and poor fuel economy.
    Remedy:
    GM dealers will update the body control module free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about November 9, 2011. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and GMC at 1-866-996-9463.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  17. NHTSA campaign 10V623000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Front › Buckle Assembly

    Model year 2011

    General Motors is recalling certain model year 2011 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The driver and /or front passenger safety belt buckle anchor may fracture and separate near the seat attachment in a vehicle crash.

    Consequence:
    The safety belt system may not restrain the occupant(s) as designed and could increase the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will modify the passenger and/or the driver safety belt buckles as necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before January 18, 2011. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463 and at the owner center at www.gmownercenter.com.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  18. NHTSA campaign 09V489000

    Reported

    Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/HVAC System

    Model year 2010

    General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 103, "windshield defrosting and defogging systems and with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 101, controls and displays". The software in the center instrument panel can cause the heating, air conditioning, defrost, and radio controls, as well as the panel illumination to become inoperative.

    Consequence:
    Driving without a functioning defrost system can decrease your visibility under certain driving conditions and could result in a crash without warning.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the computer module in the center instrument panel free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during January 2010. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438, GMC at 1-866-996-9463 or at www.gmownercenter.com.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  19. NHTSA campaign 07V520000

    Reported

    Air Bags

    Model year 2007

    Certain passenger vehicles not equipped with optional roof rail airbags or optional sunroof fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 201,"occupant protection in interior impact." During NHTSA impact tests, the interior occupant protection test points exceeded the standard requirements.

    Consequence:
    The results of this test indicated a possibility of an increased risk of head injury in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will install an energy absorbing foam piece to each of the a-pillar trim assemblies free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2008. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  20. NHTSA campaign 07V344000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive

    Model year 2007

    Certain sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 208, "occupant crash protection." In these vehicles, the right front passenger seat is built with a passenger sensing system. When tested with a representative unrestrained small adult, the system is required to turn the right front passenger's frontal airbag on. An error in the seat sensor calibration can cause it to fail this test. In addition, this condition can prevent the airbag from turning off when the seat is occupied by a small child.

    Consequence:
    Whenever the front passenger seat is occupied, the driver should always check the airbag indicator to see if the airbag is on or off. If it is not correct for the situation, the passenger should be moved to a different seat. This can increase the risk of injury to a seat occupant during certain crash conditions.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reprogram the seat's electronic control unit. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  21. NHTSA campaign 07V242000

    Reported

    Visibility › Windshield

    Model year 2007

    Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 212, "windshield mounting." An incorrect primer may have been used when installing the windshield. The same primer may have also been applied to the liftgate glass and the side stationary glass.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, the windshield may not be retained to the extent required by the standard, increasing the risk of personal injuries to the vehicle occupants.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the windshield, the liftgate glass, and the side stationary glass. The recall began on June 14, 2007. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

  22. NHTSA campaign 04V302000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model year 2005

    Certain sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 114, 'theft protection.' An ignition key park lock cable end fitting was not fully seated on the automatic transmission shifter nail head during installation.

    Consequence:
    This can prevent the cable auto-set from correctly adjusting the cable. An incorrectly adjusted cable prevents the shifter from locking in the 'park' position when the key is removed from the key cylinder.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect for a properly functioning shift lock when the ignition key is removed. Dealers will repair vehicles that exhibit the subject condition. The recall began August 17, 2004. Owners should contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438.

    Filed by General Motors, LLC

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Chevrolet Equinox questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Chevrolet Equinox have?

NHTSA lists 32 vehicle recall campaigns for the Chevrolet Equinox, covering model years 2005 to 2026. The most recent, 26V114000, was reported on February 26, 2026 and is filed under “Equipment”. The 2022 model year is covered by the most campaigns (6).

Which Chevrolet Equinox model year has the most complaints?

The 2010 model year, with 784 of the 9,132 complaints in NHTSA’s file (8.6%). The next are 2011 (782) and 2013 (751). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Chevrolet Equinox complaint?

Engine is the component named most often: 2,828 complaints, or 31.0% of all 9,132. Electrical System (1,217) and Visibility/Wiper (1,114) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Chevrolet Equinox?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Chevrolet dealer.

How many Chevrolet Equinox complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 9,132 complaints, 366 report a crash, 93 a fire, 239 at least one injury and 4 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.