Chevrolet Equinox 2023 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Chevrolet Equinox 2023 and 96 complaints filed by owners. It has 60% fewer 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.
Own or buying a Chevrolet Equinox 2023? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Chevrolet Equinox 2023
Child seat anchors
NHTSA campaign 23V339000 · 2023-05-11
What happens
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars may have excessive powder coating, which could prevent a child seat from being installed with the anchorage bars. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Consequence
The inability to install a child seat with the LATCH anchorage bars could result in an unsecured child seat, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
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. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2023. 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 N232403240.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Air bags
NHTSA campaign 22V929000 · 2022-12-15
What happens
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with ventilated front passenger seats. The Occupant Classification System may not properly disable the front passenger air bag when there is a small child or child restraint detected in the seat.
Consequence
In the event of a crash, a front passenger air bag that deploys with a child or infant in the front passenger seat can increase their risk of injury.
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. GM's number for this recall is N222388911.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Seats
NHTSA campaign 22V724000 · 2022-09-29
What happens
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.
Consequence
A seat with a missing or loose bolt may not properly restrain the occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222377890.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
96 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
4 with a crash · 3 injuries
Most reported problems on the Chevrolet Equinox 2023
- Fuel and propulsion: 45 (47% of complaints)
- Engine: 17 (18% of complaints)
- Brakes: 14 (15% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 12 (13% of complaints)
- Steering: 7 (7% 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 2023
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- Check for loss of power, stalling or uneven acceleration on the test drive.
- 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.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2023 Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
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 2023 have?
NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls issued for the Chevrolet Equinox 2023. 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 2023?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: fuel and propulsion (45 of 96 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 12, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).