Chevrolet Equinox 2019 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Chevrolet Equinox 2019 and 304 complaints filed by owners. It has 28% more complaints than the average Chevrolet Equinox from 2016–2025 (238 per year).

These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.

Recalls issued for the Chevrolet Equinox 2019

Powertrain and transmission
NHTSA campaign 20V668000 · 2020-10-29

What happens

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 and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.

Consequence

Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.

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. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 20V668000

Fuel system
NHTSA campaign 19V667000 · 2019-09-19

What happens

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.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

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.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 19V667000

Seats
NHTSA campaign 19V184000 · 2019-03-07

What happens

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The rear-right seat may have insufficient welds on the head-restraint bracket.

Consequence

In the event of a crash, the insufficient welds may result in an increased risk of injury for an occupant seated in the rear-right position.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-right seatback frame, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N192209550.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 19V184000

Brakes (hydraulic)
NHTSA campaign 18V576000 · 2018-08-30

What happens

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

Consequence

A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 18V576000

Complaints from other owners

304 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

22 with a crash · 7 with a fire · 9 injuries

Most reported problems on the Chevrolet Equinox 2019

• Engine: 100 (33% of complaints)
• Brakes: 69 (23% of complaints)
• Electrical system: 44 (14% of complaints)
• Fuel and propulsion: 41 (13% of complaints)
• Powertrain and transmission: 37 (12% of complaints)

Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.

What to check before buying a Chevrolet Equinox 2019

• Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
• Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
• Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
• Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

Chevrolet Equinox recalls by year

• 2016 : 1 recalls · 398 complaints
• 2017 : 0 recalls · 276 complaints
• 2018 : 5 recalls · 409 complaints
• 2019 : 4 recalls · 304 complaints
• 2020 : 4 recalls · 311 complaints
• 2021 : 4 recalls · 97 complaints
• 2022 : 5 recalls · 177 complaints
• 2023 : 3 recalls · 96 complaints
• 2024 : 1 recalls · 79 complaints
• 2025 : 0 recalls · 232 complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Chevrolet Equinox 2019 have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Chevrolet Equinox 2019. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.

What is the most common problem with the Chevrolet Equinox 2019?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: engine (100 of 304 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.