2023 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
- 99
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Fuel/propulsion system
Campaigns on file for 2023
None on file
46% of complaints
Complaints per year
2023: 99 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
46% · 46 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Fuel pump was recalled from what I was told. I got it towed into the shop because it stopped in the middle of me driving down the road with my children, from the doctor, July 2026, they then said it was fixed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-12
Purchased vehicle at 53k miles in March 27 of this year it broke down April 27 a month later took it to Chevy dealership.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-24
Also filed under Engine
My 2023 Equinox RS losses power during quick acceleration for lane changes or passing. It will also lose power during some turns at normal speed. It will also accelerate and deaccelerate at a low speed making it feel like the gears are slipping.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-13
Also filed under Engine
Engine
18% · 18 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed on several occasions, the vehicle lost automotive power with the check engine warning light continuously illuminated.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-20
Service brakes
16% · 16 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic and air.
Show complaint excerpts
I went to the gas station to fill the car with gas. I pulled along the pumps and put on the brakes but they failed and I applied again failed again so I put into netural and ran into a pole.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-01-26
Electrical system
13% · 13 reportsSteering
8% · 8 reportsShow complaint excerpts
Driving around a curve and the steering wheel would not move. Wheels locked up and heard a clink the lower control arm disconnected from the car.
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-10-13
Also filed under Suspension
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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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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2023-01-24Air bags22V929000 General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with ventilated front passenger seats.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger presence system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2023 Chevrolet Equinox — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel/propulsion system: 46 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 18 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 16 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V724000 · Seats
- Recall 22V929000 · Air bags
- Recall 23V339000 · Child seat
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- Is the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox?
- The most-reported component is fuel/propulsion system, accounting for 46% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox have?
- 3 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.