2021 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
- 98
- Recalls
- 4
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Fuel/propulsion system
Campaigns on file for 2021
None on file
20% of complaints
Complaints per year
2021: 98 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 | 548 |
| 2015 | 680 |
| 2016 | 399 |
| 2017 | 275 |
| 2018 | 408 |
| 2019 | 308 |
| 2020 | 316 |
| 2021 | 98 |
| 2022 | 177 |
| 2023 | 99 |
| 2024 | 83 |
| 2025 | 243 |
| 2026 | 79 |
| 2027 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Fuel/propulsion system
20% · 20 reportsShow complaint excerpts
I've been having issues since the beginning of 2026. It's saying my car has no recalls but I've found that is does on a part that's been complained about by others.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-13
Also filed under Engine
The high pressure fuel pump seized, shattering the camshaft, dropping metal fragments into the cylinders causing total engine failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-18
Also filed under Engine
Power train
17% · 17 reportsElectrical system
17% · 17 reportsMost commonly citing speedometer/odometer and body control module/bcm.
Show complaint excerpts
While driving on the interstate, the moonroof glass began opening without any input from the moonroof controls. The power sunshade was still closed at the time. I opened the sunshade manually so it would not interfere with the glass.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-19
Engine
16% · 16 reportsService brakes
8% · 8 reportsSafety timeline
4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2021-01-29Seat belts20V811000 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...
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021.
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2021-08-31Tires21V612000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with certain Hankook tires.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the tire DOT numbers, and replace any affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021.
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2023-06-02Child seat23V339000 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.
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2023-06-05Fuel system, gasoline23V013000 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.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2021 Chevrolet Equinox — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 20 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 17 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 17 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 20V811000 · Seat belts
- Recall 21V612000 · Tires
- Recall 23V339000 · Child seat
- Recall 23V013000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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- Is the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox have?
- 4 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.