MYRModel Year Report

2026 Chevrolet Equinox

▲ Better than typical
2026 Chevrolet Equinox
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:34:22.235Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Chevrolet Equinox Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2026 highlighted. 2005: 638 complaints 2005 2006: 695 complaints 2007: 685 complaints 2008: 370 complaints 2008 2009: 94 complaints 2010: 784 complaints 2011: 780 complaints 2011 2012: 682 complaints 2013: 747 complaints 2014: 543 complaints 2014 2015: 678 complaints 2016: 391 complaints 2017: 270 complaints 2017 2018: 388 complaints 2019: 290 complaints 2020: 291 complaints 2020 2021: 86 complaints 2022: 153 complaints 2023: 85 complaints 2023 2024: 65 complaints 2025: 206 complaints 2026: 53 complaints 2026
2026: 53 complaints
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YearComplaints
2005638
2006695
2007685
2008370
200994
2010784
2011780
2012682
2013747
2014543
2015678
2016391
2017270
2018388
2019290
2020291
202186
2022153
202385
202465
2025206
202653

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

SERVICE BRAKES 23%

23% of complaints: service brakes — 12 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
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The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the front of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260625

POWER TRAIN 23%

23% of complaints: power train — 12 distinct reports on file.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 17%

17% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 9 distinct reports on file.

INJURY
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Car info – 2026 Chevrolet Equinox Purchased 9/25/25 Stock# [XXX] VIN: [XXX] Type: LT 4dr All-Wheel Drive On 1/8/26, I took my 2026 Equinox to Northpointe Chevrolet because I had a warning light that came on every time I started my car.

NHTSA ODI report, 20260109

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 15%

15% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.

FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE 13%

13% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 7 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20260416 — equipment

General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ,...

Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026.

Campaign 26V114000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2026 Chevrolet Equinox — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (12 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (9 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 26V114000 (equipment) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2024 ▲ 2023 ▲ 2021

WORST YEARS

■ 2010 ■ 2011 ■ 2013

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FAQ

Is the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 23% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.