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Chevrolet Equinox

EPA MPG: 26 mpg

RECALL ALERT:
There are 5 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

Reliability

Overall Reliability

The 2018 Equinox has about average reliability compared to other cars from the same model year.

The 2018 Chevrolet Equinox has been recalled 5 times by NHTSA. View Recalls
Most Common Trouble Spots
Common Trouble Spot
Common Trouble Spot

Owner Reported Trouble Spots

The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2018 Chevrolet Equinox owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

Fuel System/Emissions

Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.

What Owners Say

Emission control devices (includes EGR)

"car has 46k, DEF pump went bad, suppose covered by warranty 8 years or 80k miles, dealer Denny to fix the problem, car now is inoperable ."

Anonymous A., FL (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.6-L 4 Cyl diesel)
Fuel gauge/sender

"sometimes, gauge goes to empty mode with full tank"

Anonymous A., FL (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.6-L 4 Cyl diesel)
Fuel pump

"Took car in for "auto stop" not working and was told battery needed to be replaced. Chevrolet dealer mechanic said downloaded error message indicated a bad fuel pump that was then replaced under an extended warranty plan after a deductible payment."

Anonymous, MI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Sensors (includes O2 or oxygen sensor)

"Resolved last year."

Anonymous A., CA (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.6-L 4 Cyl diesel)

"Check engine code for mixture too lean. Replaced a baro pressure sensor and an O2 sensor. Mechanics believe it's likely the first sign of the turbo charger beginning to fail."

Anonymous, VA (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Electrical Accessories

Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.

What Owners Say

12V battery

"After a day of opening and closing my doors and lift gate, my 3-yo battery died. Wasnt sure of it bc the car acted like it wanted to start but wouldnt. After trying to jump it it finally turned over and I hightailed it to the parts store for a new battery."

Anonymous A., FL (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Exterior lights (other than headlights)

"I thought only one headlight was out but a brake light was also out and lights came on/off when brakes applied. The diagnosis was a wire problem, which was easily fixed by a specialist."

Anonymous, MI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier Unsure)
Tire pressure monitor

""Faulting readings, required battery replacement. Replaced vehicle battery. Tire pressure monitor still in operative.""

Anonymous, NC (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Wiper motor or washer

"The pump to the front windshield washer failed."

Anonymous, AZ (2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier Unsure)

"rear wiper motor failed. replaced under extended warranty"

Anonymous, ON (2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

In-car Electronics

Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.

What Owners Say

External music device interface (e.g., smart phone, MP3 player)

"Bluetooth phone connection is often inoperable and has been since it was still under warranty. Several trips to dealership resulted in no problem found. So I gave up and do not use bluetooth for phone calls.Phone connects but person on the other end cannot hear me although I can hear the other person. Using Bluetooth to play music from my phone usually works although not always. Sometimes it just stops and won't restart. Speaker system has always been lousy as it has too much bass even when adjusted all the way down."

Anonymous, NJ (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Hardware replacement

"During a recent trip, the head unit went blank. No power no nothing. Have checked fuses, and they all appeared to be alright. Taking the car in for oil service I found that its two month wait for diagnostic dept. to hook up a computer to figure out what is wrong with the radio and why it wont turn on. Im in the process of trading the car."

Anonymous, GA (2018 Chevrolet Equinox L 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
In-dash navigation system (GPS)

""The GPS has no idea where it is going. It takes you past your destination, then has you make a unnecessary U-turn to go back, and still get the directions wrong""

Anonymous A., WI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"Not sure if the car has this feature unless I subscribe to a service."

Anonymous, FL (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Exhaust

Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.

What Owners Say

Other/unsure

"The road noises are unbearable. At times you can barely hear the radio. My Ive is short and the gas and brake pedal are not adjustable."

Anonymous, NJ (2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"Battery replacement. AGM!"

Anonymous, MN (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"Starter went out a few months ago. Car stopped in the middle of the road. Towed to dealer for repairs. Cost $2000"

Anonymous, MI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"Tire pressure sensor is broken"

Anonymous, ON (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LS Unsure)

Brakes

Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.

What Owners Say

Premature brake wear

"Needs costly total brake job x 4 wheels every 2 years."

Anonymous, NY (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"The rear brakes were badly worn at 50,000 miles, while the front brakes showed minimal wear"

Anonymous A., MI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Pulsation or vibration

"Occasionally when I brake or am stopped the vehicle kind of "chugs". I suspect it's something to do with the engine's auto-stop feature but can't be sure."

Anonymous, ME (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Rotors

"The front rotors began making a grinding noise when softly braking. This turned out to be warped rotors, and led to complete front brake replacement."

Anonymous A., MI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Noises/Leaks

Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.

What Owners Say

Air or water leaks

""Sunroof drains leaked, water accumulated in spare tire well until it overflowed while going downhill. Water remained under carpet until carpet was cut to access it. Water in spare tire well apparently increased the humidity in car so that windows fogged up and could not be unfogged even on high fan or by using air conditioning-a hazardous condition.The heat and ventilation system was looked at twice without the problem being detected. There is apparently no satisfactory way to fix rear drains without dropping the headliner to access drain tubes. So now I have a vehicle that stays in garage when it rains.""

Anonymous, NJ (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

""Water keeps leaking into the area where the spare tire is kept. This then causes the water to lurch forward into the carpeting, creating a terrible odor that I've had to manage. Appears to possibly be leaking in through the left rear brakelight, but was re-sealed and still happening.""

Anonymous, ME (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"Just recently, I have found that the back right passenger door is accumulating water. Opening the door, barely allows the insulation material to move for the water to drain. I have no idea how long this has been going on. Its frustrating because I have no idea why it is causing the problem. You can hear the water slashing around inside the door and then thats when I realize that its time to open the door to let it drain as much as possible. I have found that manually moving the rubber insulation allows more water to drain out."

Anonymous, GA (2018 Chevrolet Equinox L 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Squeaks or rattles

"Above 65mph the drivers side floor board has a plastic rattle likely from an air dam that we've not been able to track down"

Anonymous, VA (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Suspension/Steering

Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.

What Owners Say

Shocks or struts

"I experienced a creaking sound in my vehicle I had them replaced at the dealership service center."

Anonymous A., MI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"I keep bring the car into service they can never seem to locate where the banging when driving over bump is coming from, shocks replace twice."

Anonymous, WI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
Springs or torsion bars

"rear shocks twice had to replace"

Anonymous, WI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Climate System

AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.

What Owners Say

A/C compressor

"A internal leak"

Anonymous, HI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"the A/C compressor clutch was failing...making terrible noise. Because of the design and placement of the compressor, part of the front of the car had to be removed to replace the clutch. Cost was almost $2000."

Anonymous, CA (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"A/C compressor needed replacement"

Anonymous, FL (2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Engine Major

Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.

What Owners Say

Other major engine problem

"The car abruptly stopped working and had to be towed to dealership. Dealership determined that the camshaft needed replacement. I checked on U-Tube and that it is a common problem with that engine that happens around 100000 miles."

Anonymous, FL (2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

"There were a few drops of oil on my garage floor. Was not losing a tremendous amount but it was annoying. To it to a mechanic and they had to take the front end apartradiator, fan, etc, to get to the seal that needed replacing. This occurred at about 60000 miles and cost about $1200"

Anonymous A., FL (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Engine Electrical

Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.

What Owners Say

Alternator

""The car went in for the battery, they had it for a week because of the alternator that they had to order, the had a problem with the installation.""

Anonymous A., WI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Paint/Trim

Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.

What Owners Say

Other paint & trim problem

"The glossy black trim pieces on the door pillars (B pillar?) for all 4 doors has been peeling since the car was almost new. It seems the clear coat on these pieces is not very durable."

Anonymous A., CA (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LS 2.0-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Body Hardware

Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.

What Owners Say

Other body problem

""The finish frame broke, which caused the switches to not work without jiggling them. I had the part replaced at a minimal cost.""

Anonymous A., NY (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Transmission Major

Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.

What Owners Say

Transmission rebuild or replacement

"Transmission went out at 90000 mi"

Anonymous, WI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 1.6-L 4 Cyl diesel)

Engine Minor

Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.

What Owners Say

Other minor engine problem

"The air intake sensor stopped working properly causing the engine to run rich."

Anonymous, MI (2018 Chevrolet Equinox LS 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

Drive System

Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.

Transmission Minor

Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.

Engine Cooling

Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.

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POTENTIAL TROUBLE SPOTS
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Reliability indicates how models have performed in the past, providing the basis for predicting how the vehicles will hold up in the year ahead. These charts provide the most comprehensive reliability information available to consumers. Based on information received from our latest subscriber survey for about 380,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2025 vehicles are holding up in 20 potential trouble spots, ranging from the engine, transmission, electric motor, EV charging, and brakes, to power equipment and the electrical accessories.
Recalls
PROVIDED BY
POWER TRAIN
Oct 29, 2020
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.
Summary:
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.
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 20V668000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 194105
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Aug 30, 2018
A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
Summary:
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.
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V576000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 210628
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
May 31, 2018
A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Summary:
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.
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V358000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 895
STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY
Apr 19, 2018
If the glass is not tempered properly, and the window is broken, the glass can break into large pieces, increasing the risk of injury.
Summary:
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."
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V252000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 379
POWER TRAIN
Aug 22, 2017
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.
Summary:
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.
What should you do:
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.
For more information:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 17V516000
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2905
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