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    Chevrolet Equinox

    EPA MPG: 26 mpg

    RECALL ALERT:
    There are 4 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.

    Reliability

    Overall Reliability

    We expect the 2025 Equinox to have about average reliability when compared to other new cars. This prediction is based on the previous generation of the Equinox and the Chevrolet brand score.

    The 2021 Chevrolet Equinox has been recalled 4 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 2021 Chevrolet Equinox owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.

    In-car Electronics

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

    What Owners Say

    Display screen freezes up

    "Don't drive that much, issue happens about once every other week. Display freezes up then reboots by itself and come back on. I have tried updating the infotainment system, system always says no update available. Issue was never resolved and continues to this day."

    Anonymous, FL (2021 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Display screen goes blank

    "Happens randomly, not too annoying. It also happened with my 2019 Equinox just more with the 2021 which IMO is a step in the wrong direction."

    Anonymous, FL (2021 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Hardware replacement

    "whole infotainment screen & controls had to be pulled and replaced twice - radio still comes on at full volume when car is turned-on even though we have repeatedly reset that option"

    Anonymous A., WI (2021 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Radio

    "Radio completely stopped playing regular stations. Sirius continued to play. Brought to dealer, who replaced radio for free under warranty. Plays fine now."

    Anonymous, NY (2021 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Exhaust

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

    What Owners Say

    Other/unsure

    "battery"

    Anonymous, OH (2021 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "No sear heater chips for over a year"

    Anonymous, MI (2021 Chevrolet Equinox LS 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Some kind of air intake getting iced up during winter. Extended warranty covered it"

    Anonymous, IL (2021 Chevrolet Equinox LT 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

    "Trying to merge onto a parkway you step on the gas to merge and it take awhile for it to respond so give it more gas and blow something apart on motor making it harder to drive. The SUV does not have enough engine to pick up speed quickly to merge."

    Anonymous, NY (2021 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Turbo or supercharger

    "Cooling tube to turbo developed a leak causing sudden loss of engine power. Vehicle was still drivable but no passing power and speed was limited to 60mph"

    Anonymous A., NJ (2021 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/C compressor failed within 3 years. Cost to replace including laboy was $2500."

    Anonymous, NM (2021 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)
    Heater system

    "I bought the car used the end of June, 2023. The heating system was not used for a while. It is not a continuous problem, but rather sporadic instead. Therefore, I do not know whether the vehicle had the problem or not before I bought it, but I suspect it did. Since I do not have enough money to take the vehicle in for service, I do not know the cause of the problem. The air will be blowing the correct temperature for what is set in the system. At times,the air suddenly starts blowing very cold. This is much more pronounced on the driver's side than the passenger's side of the vehicle. Eventually, the problem resolves but can return again at any time. I am not sure if I am not sure whether or not I am doing anything to help."

    Anonymous, ME (2021 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Noises And Leaks

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

    What Owners Say

    Other noises & leaks problem

    "I had shimmy in steering and noise knocking underneath--took back to dealer and they put in struts and brakes-still noise- had someone check it out and sway bar link -- took it back to them to fix"

    Anonymous, NY (2021 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "Harmonic vibration noise at 1200/1500 RPM and in reverse"

    Anonymous, NY (2021 Chevrolet Equinox Premier 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.

    What Owners Say

    Driveshaft or axle

    "FRONT END SHAKING - CHEVY DEALER FOUND EXCESSIVE " t1 and t3" vibration - had to replace both front axles under warranty - scarry"

    Anonymous A., WI (2021 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    "After turbo was repaired a test drive revealed a vibration in front wheels upon hard acceleration. This was related to a problem related to axles that were defective and needed to be replaced."

    Anonymous A., NJ (2021 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Steering And Suspension

    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

    Steering wheel vibration

    "still shimmies periodically--will have an alignment to see if this helps"

    Anonymous, NY (2021 Chevrolet Equinox LT 1.5-L 4 Cyl turbo)

    Brakes

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

    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.

    Transmission Major

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

    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.

    Transmission Minor

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

    Engine Minor

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

    Paint And Trim

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

    Engine Cooling

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

    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.

    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.

    2021 SUVs Reliability

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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 over 300,000 vehicles, our reliability history charts give you a rundown on how 2000 through 2024 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. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
    Recalls
    PROVIDED BY
    CHILD SEAT
    May 11, 2023
    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.
    Summary:
    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."
    What should you do:
    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.
    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.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 23V339000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 668187
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
    Jan 19, 2023
    An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    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.
    What should you do:
    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.
    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.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 23V013000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 23323
    TIRES
    Aug 05, 2021
    Tread separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Summary:
    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.
    What should you do:
    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.
    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.nhtsa.gov.
    NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 21V612000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 9597
    SEAT BELTS
    Dec 23, 2020
    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.
    Summary:
    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.
    What should you do:
    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.
    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: 20V811000
    Potential Number of Units Affected: 470
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