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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 2GNALCEK6G6168158 · Checked Aug 15, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 9

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2GNALCEK6G6•••••• 2016 Chevrolet EQUINOX

This build draws 2.8× more complaints than the average 2016 Chevrolet EQUINOX build (9 vs 3).

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382on the model
118builds in total
Most reported Engine 6 Visibility/wiper 2 Steering 1 Electronic Stability Control (esc) 1

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Service Brakes Jun 2024
Engine keeps failing, on a 3rd engine replacement. The car is defective and burns too much oil
Engine Mar 2024
Exhaust manifold cracked leaking dangerous fumes into the cabin
Visibility/wiper Oct 2021
Wipers just stopped working in the middle of driving during a rainstorm. Visibility while driving was severely diminished in an unexpected manner
Steering Feb 2020
The contact owns a 2016 chevrolet equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle lost motive power, braking and the steering functionality for approximately three seconds without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle still idled during…
Engine Feb 2024
Timing chain tensioner broke. Fortunately, my wife stopped driving it so the engine didn't blow up
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 2GNALCEK6G6168158 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.