2013 Chevrolet Equinox
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 751
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Engine
Campaigns on file for 2013
None on file
55% of complaints
Complaints per year
2013: 751 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 638 |
| 2006 | 695 |
| 2007 | 685 |
| 2008 | 370 |
| 2009 | 94 |
| 2010 | 784 |
| 2011 | 781 |
| 2012 | 684 |
| 2013 | 751 |
| 2014 | 547 |
| 2015 | 680 |
| 2016 | 398 |
| 2017 | 275 |
| 2018 | 408 |
| 2019 | 303 |
| 2020 | 308 |
| 2021 | 96 |
| 2022 | 174 |
| 2023 | 96 |
| 2024 | 79 |
| 2025 | 231 |
| 2026 | 74 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Engine
55% · 412 reportsShow complaint excerpts
My vehicle is burning through oil and has a rattle. I did have an accident on 10/04/23 but the problem started before then.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-10-19
We changed the external fuel pump, we changed the oil cap to the vented oil cap, We changed the oil 2x within 2 days, once trying to get it by until we could get the new fuel pump on,and once directly after and still had issues.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-02
the vehicle will die while backing up or going forward. We have replace the intake cam position sensor and it is still giving the same code and not running correctly.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-26
Visibility/wiper
19% · 144 reportsPower train
11% · 80 reportsMost commonly citing transfer case (4-wheel drive).
Electrical system
9% · 69 reportsMost commonly citing software and ignition.
Fuel/propulsion system
6% · 43 reportsSafety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2013Complaint volume 751 complaints filed for this model year.
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2016-10-14Electrical system, power train16V502000 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.
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.
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2017-04-13Visibility16V582000 General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2013 Chevrolet Equinox — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Engine: 412 reports on file for this year.
- Visibility/wiper: 144 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 80 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V502000 · Electrical system, power train
- Recall 16V582000 · Visibility
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- Is the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is rated "significantly worse".
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox?
- The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 55% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox have?
- 2 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.