Chevrolet Equinox: known issues clusters

All rows for this model in the Known Issues clusters dataset, newest model year first. Each year links to its consumer page, which shows the same records with context.

rows130
model years2005–2026 (21)
data through2026-09-20
method/data/methodology#known-issues
licenseCC BY 4.0 (derived)

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Rows

yearcluster_idlabelcomponent_codecomplaint_countdate_rangesource_complaint_countreviewed_at
2026equinox-2026-brake-loss-master-cylinderLoss of braking force and master cylinder failureSERVICE BRAKES82025-09 → 2026-07602026-08-20
2026equinox-2026-windshield-distortionWindshield glass distortion and visual defectsVISIBILITY/WIPER62025-08 → 2026-07602026-08-20
2026equinox-2026-gear-selector-unintended-neutralGear selector shifts to neutral or park unintentionallyPOWER TRAIN42025-07 → 2026-05602026-08-20
2026equinox-2026-blind-spot-false-alertsBlind spot monitoring false alertsLANE DEPARTURE32026-02 → 2026-04602026-08-20
2026equinox-2026-phantom-aeb-brakingUnexpected automatic emergency braking activationFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE102025-10 → 2026-08602026-08-20
2026equinox-2026-engine-stall-no-restartEngine shutdown and failure to restart while drivingENGINE62026-03 → 2026-06602026-08-20
2025equinox-2025-telematics-module-failureTelematics module failure with battery drainELECTRICAL SYSTEM432025-08 → 2026-072122026-08-19
2025equinox-2025-loss-of-propulsionLoss of propulsion while drivingPOWER TRAIN162025-07 → 2026-072122026-08-19
2025equinox-2025-windshield-glareWindshield glare from dashboard reflectionVISIBILITY/WIPER112025-10 → 2026-072122026-08-19
2025equinox-2025-windshield-distortionWindshield optical distortionVISIBILITY/WIPER52025-05 → 2026-012122026-08-19
2025equinox-2025-pcv-check-engine-lightCheck engine light with crankcase ventilation sensor codeENGINE72025-07 → 2026-042122026-08-19
2025equinox-2025-display-blackoutInstrument cluster and display blackout while drivingELECTRICAL SYSTEM102025-04 → 2026-042122026-08-19
2025equinox-2025-high-voltage-warningService High Voltage System warning displayELECTRICAL SYSTEM52025-11 → 2026-042122026-08-19
2025equinox-2025-phantom-brakingAutomatic emergency braking activation without obstructionSERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE102025-04 → 2026-082122026-08-19
2024equinox-2024-dashboard-glareDashboard glare obscuring windshield visibilityVISIBILITY/WIPER42025-11 → 2026-02712026-08-20
2024equinox-2024-transmission-judderTransmission judder and torque converter failurePOWER TRAIN42025-06 → 2026-06712026-08-20
2024equinox-2024-fuel-pump-stallFuel pump failure causing stalling and loss of powerFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM232025-02 → 2026-07712026-08-20
2024equinox-2024-phantom-brakingForward collision system phantom brakingFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE62024-11 → 2026-08712026-08-20
2024equinox-2024-brake-pedal-failureBrake pedal failure to slow vehicleSERVICE BRAKES102023-12 → 2026-05712026-08-20
2024equinox-2024-infotainment-freezeInfotainment screen freeze and electrical faultsELECTRICAL SYSTEM62024-07 → 2026-06712026-08-20
2024equinox-2024-tire-blowoutTire tread wear and blowoutTIRES32025-02 → 2025-10712026-08-20
2023equinox-2023-hpfp-failureHigh-pressure fuel pump failure and engine stallFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM422023-01 → 2026-08922026-08-20
2023equinox-2023-flat-tow-brake-lockupTire/brake lockup during flat towing on curved rampsSERVICE BRAKES, STEERING112023-08 → 2023-11922026-08-20
2023equinox-2023-brake-pedal-lossBrake pedal loss and ABS/ESC warning illuminationSERVICE BRAKES52023-01 → 2024-12922026-08-20
2023equinox-2023-transmission-vibrationTransmission vibration and torque converter slippagePOWER TRAIN32023-02 → 2026-07922026-08-20
2023equinox-2023-electrical-shutdownElectrical system shutdown and no-start eventsELECTRICAL SYSTEM42023-02 → 2026-02922026-08-20
2023equinox-2023-airbag-nondeploymentAirbag non-deployment in frontal collisionFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, STRUCTURE:BODY, AIR BAGS22023-11 → 2026-04922026-08-20
2023equinox-2023-water-intrusionWater intrusion into rear passenger compartmentELECTRICAL SYSTEM22024-01 → 2024-10922026-08-20
2022equinox-2022-fuel-pump-module-stallFuel pump control module failure and engine stallFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM782022-04 → 2026-081602026-08-20
2022equinox-2022-infotainment-camera-failureInfotainment system failure disabling rearview cameraELECTRICAL SYSTEM82023-01 → 2026-061602026-08-20
2022equinox-2022-turbo-cac-moisture-power-lossTurbocharged engine power loss from charge air cooler moistureENGINE52023-12 → 2026-011602026-08-20
2022equinox-2022-power-steering-failurePower steering failure while drivingSTEERING52023-03 → 2024-051602026-08-20
2022equinox-2022-sunroof-explosionSunroof glass spontaneous fractureVISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY22023-02 → 2023-041602026-08-20
2022equinox-2022-transmission-shift-to-parkTransmission shift-to-park malfunction and uncommanded movementPOWER TRAIN32022-10 → 2025-031602026-08-20
2021equinox-2021-fuel-pump-module-stallFuel pump module flow failure and engine stallFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM142022-03 → 2026-08892026-08-21
2021equinox-2021-engine-failure-seizureEngine seizure and total engine failureENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING72022-01 → 2026-07892026-08-21
2021equinox-2021-turbo-intercooler-cold-weatherTurbocharger and charge air cooler failure in cold weatherENGINE42021-12 → 2026-02892026-08-21
2021equinox-2021-brake-booster-vacuum-pumpBrake booster and vacuum pump loss of braking assistSERVICE BRAKES62022-04 → 2026-06892026-08-21
2021equinox-2021-drivetrain-vibration-halfshaftFront half shaft and driveshaft vibration or wobblePOWER TRAIN62022-01 → 2025-10892026-08-21
2021equinox-2021-seat-belt-retractor-failureSeat belt inertia locking mechanism failureSEAT BELTS52023-06 → 2026-05892026-08-21
2021equinox-2021-electrical-infotainment-audioElectrical system and infotainment audio lossELECTRICAL SYSTEM82022-01 → 2026-06892026-08-21
2021equinox-2021-water-intrusion-moldWater intrusion and interior mold accumulationSTRUCTURE42024-07 → 2025-09892026-08-21
2020equinox-2020-brake-vacuum-pump-failureBrake vacuum pump failure and hard brake pedalSERVICE BRAKES652022-10 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 281 total)2812026-06-14
2020equinox-2020-reduced-engine-power-turboReduced engine power and turbocharger faultsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING162022-10 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 281 total)2812026-06-14
2020equinox-2020-stalling-fuel-pumpStalling and fuel pump control module failureFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM402022-12 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 281 total)2812026-06-14
2020equinox-2020-engine-compartment-fireEngine compartment fireENGINE32025-03 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 281 total)2812026-06-14
2020equinox-2020-transmission-failureTransmission replacement and hesitationPOWER TRAIN42023-01 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 281 total)2812026-06-14
2019equinox-2019-vacuum-pump-brake-assistVacuum pump failure and hard brake pedalSERVICE BRAKES692021-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 289 total)2892026-06-14
2019equinox-2019-fuel-system-leak-pumpFuel tank leak and fuel pump failureFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM342021-03 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 289 total)2892026-06-14
2019equinox-2019-reduced-engine-power-turboReduced engine power and turbo charge-pipeENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM162021-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 289 total)2892026-06-14
2019equinox-2019-transmission-failureTransmission failure and slippingPOWER TRAIN82022-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 289 total)2892026-06-14
2019equinox-2019-airbag-non-deploymentAir bags not deploying in collisionsAIR BAGS72022-06 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 289 total)2892026-06-14
2019equinox-2019-power-seat-reclinePower driver seat recline failureSEATS52022-01 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 289 total)2892026-06-14
2018equinox-2018-brake-vacuum-pump-hard-pedalBrake vacuum pump failure with hard brake pedalSERVICE BRAKES482022-05 → 2026-083962026-08-15
2018equinox-2018-vacuum-pump-engine-debrisVacuum pump debris in engine and camshaft damageSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ENGINE322022-04 → 2026-073962026-08-15
2018equinox-2018-transmission-slippingTransmission slipping and loss of motive powerPOWER TRAIN202022-08 → 2026-073962026-08-15
2018equinox-2018-reduced-engine-power-turboEngine Power Reduced message with turbocharger faultENGINE112024-01 → 2026-053962026-08-15
2018equinox-2018-driveshaft-fractureDriveshaft fracture while drivingPOWER TRAIN62023-01 → 2026-023962026-08-15
2018equinox-2018-sunroof-water-leakPanoramic sunroof water leaks into cabinVISIBILITY52023-05 → 2024-063962026-08-15
2018equinox-2018-fuel-injector-leakFuel injector and fuel pump leaks with fuel odorFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE192022-09 → 2026-063962026-08-15
2018equinox-2018-shift-to-park-electricalShift-to-park message with battery drain and no-startELECTRICAL SYSTEM112022-05 → 2026-073962026-08-15
2017equinox-2017-windshield-wiper-failureWindshield wiper motor failureVISIBILITY/WIPER32023-01 → 2023-052712026-08-20
2017equinox-2017-pcv-rear-main-seal-failurePCV valve freeze causing rear main seal failureENGINE822022-01 → 2026-022712026-08-20
2017equinox-2017-excessive-oil-consumptionExcessive oil consumption requiring engine replacementENGINE522022-01 → 2026-052712026-08-20
2017equinox-2017-airbag-non-deploymentAir bag failure to deploy in crashAIR BAGS72022-03 → 2026-012712026-08-20
2017equinox-2017-exhaust-fumes-cabinExhaust fumes entering the cabinENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING52023-06 → 2025-112712026-08-20
2016equinox-2016-pcv-rear-main-sealRear main seal blowout after PCV valve freezeENGINE342022-12 → 2026-053922026-08-15
2016equinox-2016-wiper-linkageWindshield wiper linkage failure in rainVISIBILITY/WIPER462022-09 → 2026-013922026-08-15
2016equinox-2016-exhaust-manifoldCracked exhaust manifoldENGINE42022-11 → 2025-053922026-08-15
2016equinox-2016-oil-consumptionExcessive oil consumption without low-oil warningENGINE312022-11 → 2026-073922026-08-15
2016equinox-2016-engine-failure-oil-lossEngine stall and failure after loss of engine oilENGINE582022-09 → 2026-023922026-08-15
2016equinox-2016-timing-chainTiming chain failure with stallingENGINE112023-01 → 2025-093922026-08-15
2015equinox-2015-excessive-oil-consumptionExcessive oil consumption leading to engine failureENGINE522022-06 → 2026-046792026-08-09
2015equinox-2015-timing-chain-failureTiming chain failure with engine damageENGINE192022-06 → 2025-126792026-08-09
2015equinox-2015-windshield-wiper-failureWindshield wiper failure during rainVISIBILITY/WIPER432022-05 → 2024-096792026-08-09
2015equinox-2015-rear-main-seal-pcvRear main seal oil loss from clogged PCV systemENGINE182022-08 → 2026-056792026-08-09
2015equinox-2015-engine-stallingEngine stalling and loss of motive powerENGINE92022-10 → 2025-056792026-08-09
2015equinox-2015-fuel-pump-failureHigh-pressure fuel pump failureFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE52025-04 → 2026-086792026-08-09
2015equinox-2015-airbag-warning-nondeploymentAir bag warning light and non-deploymentAIR BAGS62022-11 → 2026-016792026-08-09
2014equinox-2014-oil-consumptionExcessive engine oil consumptionENGINE562021-04 → 2026-085462026-09-05
2014equinox-2014-timing-chain-failureTiming chain failure causing loss of motive powerPOWER TRAIN, ENGINE232021-05 → 2026-065462026-09-05
2014equinox-2014-pcv-rear-main-sealPCV valve blockage causing rear main seal oil leakENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING242021-03 → 2025-025462026-09-05
2014equinox-2014-wiper-module-failureWindshield wiper module failureVISIBILITY/WIPER472021-03 → 2025-115462026-09-05
2014equinox-2014-airbag-warning-lightPassenger airbag warning light and module faultAIR BAGS52022-03 → 2023-045462026-09-05
2013equinox-2013-wiper-motor-failureWindshield wiper motor or transmission failureVISIBILITY/WIPER72021-04 → 2025-037492026-09-04
2013equinox-2013-oil-consumption-rear-sealExcessive oil consumption and rear main seal leaksENGINE822021-02 → 2026-067492026-09-04
2013equinox-2013-engine-stall-failureEngine stall or seizure requiring engine replacementPOWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM732021-02 → 2026-027492026-09-04
2012equinox-2012-wiper-linkage-failureWindshield wiper motor and linkage failureVISIBILITY/WIPER252020-03 → 2024-116822026-09-03
2012equinox-2012-lock-ignition-electricalElectrical lock and ignition switch malfunctionELECTRICAL SYSTEM122020-06 → 2025-106822026-09-03
2012equinox-2012-frame-subframe-corrosionSubframe and rocker panel corrosionSTRUCTURE62020-04 → 2025-116822026-09-03
2012equinox-2012-oil-consumptionExcessive oil consumption and engine failureENGINE1122020-03 → 2026-056822026-09-03
2012equinox-2012-power-steering-lossPower steering assist lossSTEERING52020-06 → 2021-096822026-09-03
2011equinox-2011-transmission-failureTransmission failure and loss of drive powerPOWER TRAIN122019-12 → 2023-127822026-09-03
2011equinox-2011-wiper-failureWindshield wiper motor and assembly failureVISIBILITY/WIPER182019-10 → 2026-017822026-09-03
2011equinox-2011-oil-consumption-engine-failureExcessive oil consumption and engine failureENGINE792019-10 → 2026-027822026-09-03
2011equinox-2011-power-steering-lossLoss of power steering assistSTEERING152020-04 → 2025-037822026-09-03
2011equinox-2011-air-bag-issuesAir bag warning message and deployment issuesAIR BAGS112020-05 → 2026-057822026-09-03
2010equinox-2010-excessive-oil-consumptionExcessive oil consumption leading to engine damageENGINE372019-04 → 2024-117842026-09-03
2010equinox-2010-windshield-wiper-failureWindshield wiper motor or module failure during operationVISIBILITY/WIPER322019-04 → 2025-077842026-09-03
2010equinox-2010-timing-chain-failureTiming chain failure with check engine light and stallingENGINE72020-01 → 2023-127842026-09-03
2010equinox-2010-transmission-failureTransmission failure or stall with loss of powerPOWER TRAIN212019-03 → 2024-127842026-09-03
2010equinox-2010-high-pressure-fuel-pumpHigh-pressure fuel pump failure causing stallFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM62019-04 → 2026-037842026-09-03
2008equinox-2008-fuel-pump-leakFuel odor and leak from fuel pump and tank areaFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM372015-08 → 2024-123702026-09-20
2008equinox-2008-timing-chain-head-gasketTiming chain stretch and head gasket failureENGINE222015-07 → 2025-083702026-09-20
2008equinox-2008-stabilitrak-warning-lightStabilitrak and traction control warning light activationELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)232015-02 → 2020-073702026-09-20
2008equinox-2008-paint-peeling-rustBody paint peeling and frame rustSTRUCTURE202015-01 → 2023-033702026-09-20
2008equinox-2008-door-lock-ignition-key-failureDoor lock actuator and ignition key stuck failureELECTRICAL SYSTEM322014-12 → 2020-103702026-09-20
2008equinox-2008-passenger-airbag-sensorPassenger airbag presence sensor fault lightAIR BAGS542014-12 → 2022-123702026-09-20
2008equinox-2008-power-steering-failurePower steering assist failure while drivingSTEERING202015-02 → 2018-113702026-09-20
2007equinox-2007-fuel-tank-pump-leakFuel pump or tank fuel leakFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM342015-06 → 2022-096852026-09-20
2007equinox-2007-ignition-key-stuckIgnition key stuck in ignition switchELECTRICAL SYSTEM92015-05 → 2026-066852026-09-20
2007equinox-2007-engine-overheat-head-gasketEngine overheating from head gasket failureENGINE132015-04 → 2021-096852026-09-20
2007equinox-2007-stabilitrak-power-lossStabilitrak warning light with sudden power lossELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)92015-04 → 2020-086852026-09-20
2007equinox-2007-passenger-airbag-sensorPassenger airbag sensing system failureAIR BAGS742015-04 → 2023-116852026-09-20
2007equinox-2007-power-steering-failurePower steering failure while drivingSTEERING182015-03 → 2024-076852026-09-20
2007equinox-2007-brake-lockupBrake system lockup or loss of pressureSERVICE BRAKES72015-11 → 2018-066852026-09-20
2006equinox-2006-heater-blend-door-failureHeater blend door failure causing loss of heat and defrostUNKNOWN OR OTHER552014-09 → 2021-116952026-09-16
2006equinox-2006-abs-traction-control-brake-issuesABS and traction control brake pedal pulsationSERVICE BRAKES382014-08 → 2021-026952026-09-16
2006equinox-2006-engine-overheating-head-gasketEngine overheating and head gasket failureSTRUCTURE, ENGINE242014-09 → 2021-066952026-09-16
2006equinox-2006-subframe-rust-corrosionSubframe and frame mount rust corrosionSUSPENSION32019-08 → 2025-116952026-09-16
2006equinox-2006-water-intrusion-cabin-leakWater intrusion into cabin from sunroof drain leakSTRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)52014-10 → 2019-076952026-09-16
2006equinox-2006-ignition-switch-electrical-stallingIgnition switch failure causing unexpected engine stallingELECTRICAL SYSTEM432014-08 → 2020-066952026-09-16
2006equinox-2006-power-steering-failurePower steering failure and steering wheel lockupSTEERING72014-09 → 2018-016952026-09-16
2005equinox-2005-ignition-switch-key-removalIgnition switch key removal while drivingELECTRICAL SYSTEM582014-04 → 2022-076382026-09-20
2005equinox-2005-abs-brake-pulsationABS pulsation affecting stopping powerSERVICE BRAKES172014-06 → 2023-036382026-09-20
2005equinox-2005-head-gasket-overheatingHead gasket failure and engine overheatingENGINE122014-12 → 2021-016382026-09-20
2005equinox-2005-front-subframe-corrosionFront subframe corrosion at mounting pointsSTRUCTURE22022-05 → 2023-016382026-09-20
2005equinox-2005-driveshaft-bearing-vibrationCenter support bearing failure and driveline vibrationPOWER TRAIN42014-06 → 2016-056382026-09-20
2005equinox-2005-airbag-non-deploymentAir bag non-deployment during crashAIR BAGS122014-04 → 2020-016382026-09-20
2005equinox-2005-steering-wheel-lockupSteering wheel lock-up or binding while drivingSTEERING62014-07 → 2020-096382026-09-20

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Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters — Chevrolet Equinox [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet/equinox
@misc{wrenchpro_known_issues_chevrolet_equinox_2026,
  author = {Wrench.Pro},
  title = {Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters: Chevrolet Equinox},
  year = {2026},
  howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet/equinox}},
  note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
}

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