2022 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
- 177
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Fuel/propulsion system
Campaigns on file for 2022
None on file
45% of complaints
Complaints per year
2022: 177 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
45% · 79 reportsShow complaint excerpts
While driving my 2022 Chevrolet Equinox LT, at approximately 20 mph, the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete engine failure.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-26
Traveling far from home, car suddenly made a rattling noise and engine shut down. Pulled over for a tow. After 2 weeks in a shop, it was determined the fuel pump was defective causing the camshaft to break.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-20
Fuel system, gasoline
18% · 31 reportsMost commonly citing throttlebody/manifold and fuel pump.
Show complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and came to a complete stop. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-28
Engine
16% · 28 reportsElectrical system
11% · 20 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Got a Smart Start Ignition Interlock installed and my vehicle caught on fire while parked.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-01-18
Power train
7% · 12 reportsSafety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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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2022-06-23Seats22V359000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the cushion frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022.
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2022-11-04Seats22V724000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The driver's seat may have a stripped or loose bolt at the seat frame height-adjust pivot.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the seat cushion frame, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 4, 2022.
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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
2022 Chevrolet Equinox — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 79 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 31 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 28 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 21V612000 · Tires
- Recall 22V359000 · Seats
- Recall 22V724000 · Seats
- Recall 23V339000 · Child seat
- Recall 23V013000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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- Is the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox have?
- 5 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.