MYRModel Year Report

2020 Chevrolet Equinox

● Typical for this model
2020 Chevrolet Equinox
BUILT 2026-09-02

This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Equinox Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2020 highlighted. 2005: 638 complaints 2005 2006: 695 complaints 2007: 685 complaints 2008: 370 complaints 2008 2009: 94 complaints 2010: 784 complaints 2011: 781 complaints 2011 2012: 682 complaints 2013: 749 complaints 2014: 546 complaints 2014 2015: 679 complaints 2016: 395 complaints 2017: 271 complaints 2017 2018: 401 complaints 2019: 300 complaints 2020: 303 complaints 2020 2021: 91 complaints 2022: 164 complaints 2023: 94 complaints 2023 2024: 73 complaints 2025: 217 complaints 2026: 63 complaints 2026
2020: 303 complaints
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YearComplaints
2005638
2006695
2007685
2008370
200994
2010784
2011781
2012682
2013749
2014546
2015679
2016395
2017271
2018401
2019300
2020303
202191
2022164
202394
202473
2025217
202663

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.

SERVICE BRAKES 36%

36% of complaints: service brakes — 108 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
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Got hit at 40 miles an hour in a parking lot while a running dog came through and it was caotic

NHTSA ODI report, 20230916

Also filed under FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE and WHEELS

While driving, my 2020 Chevrolet Equinox suddenly lost power and shut off without warning while I was pulling into traffic. The vehicle would buzz not crank afterward but would not restart.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260724

Also filed under ENGINE

I was pulling into a parking lot off the state Thruway with the brake system failure no brakes, hard pedal, and the car would not stop

NHTSA ODI report, 20260719

ENGINE 28%

28% of complaints: engine — 85 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 17%

17% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 50 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 14%

14% of complaints: electrical system — 41 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing software and instrument cluster/panel.

CRASH
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My cooling and heating sensor is reading negative 40 degrees outside but it has been 80 degrees and higher the past several weeks. This is not safe when you have children especially if they are under [XXX] old.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260712

POWER TRAIN 13%

13% of complaints: power train — 39 distinct reports on file.

CRASH

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20191024 — fuel system, gasoline

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Equinox all-wheel drive vehicles. The fuel tanks may have been manufactured with an improperly sealed seam, possibly allowing fuel to leak along the seam near the fuel inlet.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192271870.

Campaign 19V667000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20191029 — service brakes, hydraulic

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles. The rear brake calipers may have been produced with an incorrect lubricant, potentially causing the rubber seals to swell and the brakes to drag.

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake calipers, including the brake hose gasket, brake fluid and wheel to hub lubricant, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2019.

Campaign 19V704000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20201215 — power train

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...

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 20V668000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20230602 — child seat

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles.

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 23V339000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2020 Chevrolet Equinox — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (108 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (85 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (50 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 19V667000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19V704000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 20V668000 (power train) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 23V339000 (child seat) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox is rated "typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.