2017 Chevrolet Equinox
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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 PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 638 |
| 2006 | 695 |
| 2007 | 685 |
| 2008 | 370 |
| 2009 | 94 |
| 2010 | 784 |
| 2011 | 781 |
| 2012 | 682 |
| 2013 | 749 |
| 2014 | 546 |
| 2015 | 679 |
| 2016 | 395 |
| 2017 | 271 |
| 2018 | 401 |
| 2019 | 300 |
| 2020 | 303 |
| 2021 | 91 |
| 2022 | 164 |
| 2023 | 94 |
| 2024 | 73 |
| 2025 | 217 |
| 2026 | 63 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
66% of complaints: engine — 178 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
On 12/31/23, my 2017 Chevrolet Equinox burst into flames in the driveway. I had not driven it in three weeks due to a medical problem, so my husband cranked up the car and idled briefly to keep the battery operational.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240105
Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
12% of complaints: power train — 32 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing automatic transmission.
7% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 20 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY7% of complaints: air bags — 19 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
Was in an accident, where my front bumper was hit going about 60 and air bags did not deploy.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240201
I WAS DRIVING THE CAR ON FREEWAY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20181213
VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH WHERE ANOTHER CAR HIT ME IN THE PASSENGER SIDE UP FRONT IN A HARD CRASH.THE ENTIRE FRONT END AND RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED FRAME RAILS WERE BENT AND AC COMPONENTS WAS IN THE MOTOR.AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY...
NHTSA ODI report, 20180915
7% of complaints: electrical system — 18 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing speedometer/odometer.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. WHILE WAITING AT A RED LIGHT, A FIRE STARTED UNDER THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE BEFORE IT BECAME ENGULFED IN FLAMES. THE POLICE DEPARTMENT WAS NOT PRESENT.
NHTSA ODI report, 20170714
My car was in Clarksburg Crown, Mitsubishi, and a lot that had no monitoring, and it was a sticker saying the car was not ready to be sold, and I still went with it trusting the crown Mitsubishi Car associate however there are fuses added to my car...
NHTSA ODI report, 20260731
Also filed under VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL and VISIBILITY/WIPER
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2017 Chevrolet Equinox — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (178 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (20 reports on file for this year).
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FAQ
Is the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 66% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.