Is the Chevrolet Equinox Reliable?
2005–2026 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Chevrolet Equinox Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 56 | — | — | 71 | Good |
| 2025 | 0 | 173 | 2 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2024 | 1 | 58 | — | — | 76 | Good |
| 2023 | 1 | 76 | 1 | — | 81 | Excellent |
| 2022 | 3 | 97 | 6 | — | 69 | Good |
| 2021 | 2 | 62 | 6 | — | 78 | Good |
| 2020 | 0 | 250 | 8 | 1 | 69 | Good |
| 2019 | 1 | 201 | 1 | — | 76 | Good |
| 2018 | 2 | 270 | 27 | — | 63 | Fair |
| 2017 | 0 | 182 | 28 | — | 68 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Equinox Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Equinox scores 4 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Chevrolet Equinox Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1425 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chevrolet Equinox reliable?+
The Chevrolet Equinox scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 11 recall campaigns and 1425 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Equinox is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2023 Equinox achieved the highest reliability score of 81/100 with 1 recall and 76 complaints.
How many miles does a Equinox last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Chevrolet Equinox owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Equinox will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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