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 | 0 | 31 | — | — | 70 | Good |
| 2025 | 0 | 138 | — | — | 70 | Good |
| 2024 | 0 | 43 | — | — | 70 | Good |
| 2023 | 1 | 64 | 1 | — | 65 | Good |
| 2022 | 3 | 90 | 6 | — | 52 | Fair |
| 2021 | 3 | 53 | 6 | — | 52 | Fair |
| 2020 | 3 | 221 | 8 | 1 | 43 | Poor |
| 2019 | 3 | 193 | 1 | — | 55 | Fair |
| 2018 | 3 | 253 | 27 | — | 45 | Fair |
| 2017 | 0 | 181 | 28 | — | 60 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Equinox Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Equinox scores 10 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Chevrolet Equinox Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1267 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Chevrolet Equinox reliable?+
The Chevrolet Equinox scores 58/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 16 recall campaigns and 1267 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Equinox is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2026 Equinox achieved the highest reliability score of 70/100 with 0 recalls and 31 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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