The most-reported Equinox run is 2CNDL63F876 (2007 builds) with 30 complaints, 9.1× the typical run. Engine problems make up 31% of reports; 2007 is the worst model year at 11.1 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 31 recall campaigns for Equinox model years 2005–2026.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Chevrolet Equinox has 2,515 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 2% of every Equinox complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2CNDL63F876•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| 2CNDL63F666•••••• | 2006 | 1 | — | |
| 2CNDL73F756•••••• | 2005 | 1 | — | |
| 2CNDL13F776•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| 2CNALDEW6A6•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| 2CNDL63F476•••••• | 2007 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2CNDL13F276•••••• | 2007 | 1 | — | |
| 2GNALDEKXD6•••••• | 2013 | — | — | |
| 2CNDL63F376•••••• | 2007 | — | — | |
| 2CNDL73F656•••••• | 2005 | 2 | — | |
| 2CNDL73FX56•••••• | 2005 | 5 | 2 | |
| 2CNDL63F166•••••• | 2006 | 1 | 1 |
Each of the other 2,503 Equinox runs has 21 complaints or fewer. ForCar has checked 717 Equinox VINs so far, most often 2026, 2024, 2025 builds.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Chevrolet Equinox the gap between build years is 7.4×: a 2007 car draws 11.1 complaints per run, a 2009 one 1.5.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 58 | 35 | 2 | |
| 2025 | 233 | 98 | 11 | |
| 2024 | 77 | 57 | 5 | |
| 2023 | 95 | 64 | 5 | |
| 2022 | 177 | 93 | 13 | |
| 2021 | 97 | 58 | 6 | |
| 2020 | 311 | 164 | 21 | |
| 2019 | 293 | 175 | 23 | |
| 2018 | 399 | 188 | 23 | |
| 2017 | 270 | 77 | 18 | |
| 2016 | 388 | 119 | 13 | |
| 2015 | 659 | 197 | 21 | |
| 2014 | 513 | 176 | 22 | |
| 2013 | 708 | 215 | 17 | |
| 2012 | 635 | 171 | 15 | |
| 2011 | 724 | 174 | 28 | |
| 2010 | 703 | 157 | 13 | |
| 2009 | 80 | 52 | 5 | |
| 2008 | 294 | 107 | 6 | |
| 2007 | 576 | 52 | 9 |
Heaviest year here is 2007 at 11.1 complaints per run; lightest is 2024 at 1.4. The 2026 line is still collecting reports, so it reads low.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 31% of everything Chevrolet Equinox owners report: Engine, 2,674 of 8,267 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 20 | 40 | |
| Electrical System | 23 | 29 | |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 2 | |
| Power Train | 22 | 4 | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 18 | 11 | |
| Unknown Or Other | 18 | 11 | |
| Service Brakes | 66 | 4 | |
| Air Bags | 174 | 7 |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 31 recall campaigns on the Chevrolet Equinox; the 6 below cover build years 2010 to 2023. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 23V339000 | Child Seat:vehicle Latch Anchor | 2020–2023 |
| 16V502000 | Electrical System:ignition | 2010–2013 |
| 20V668000 | Power Train:automatic Transmission | 2018–2020 |
| 14V447000 | Seats:front Assembly:power Adjust | 2010–2012 |
| 22V724000 | Seats | 2022–2023 |
| 23V013000 | Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump:control/drive Module | 2021–2022 |
23V339000 was opened in 2023 on cars built from 2020: 3 years on the road before the recall.
The Equinox against its rivals
The Equinox draws 3.3 complaints per production run; the Toyota RAV4 2.3, the Honda CR-V 3.7 and the Mazda CX-5 2.7.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Equinox | 8,267 | 2,515 | 4% | |
| Toyota RAV4 | 8,453 | 3,661 | 8.5% | |
| Honda CR-V | 14,848 | 4,017 | 5.1% | |
| Mazda CX-5 | 2,107 | 772 | 5% |
How serious were they
Of the 8,267 reports on the Chevrolet Equinox, 4% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Chevrolet Equinox | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 8,267 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 331 (4%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 88 (1.1%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 307 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 5 | 2,728 |
Crash-related reports run 31% below the all-vehicle rate.
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Chevrolet Equinox share of that is 8,267 complaints over 2,515 runs, 0.74% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Chevrolet Equinox VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 8,267 NHTSA complaints from 2,515 Equinox runs and 31 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Equinox production run has the most complaints?
2CNDL63F876, a 2007 build, with 30 complaints. The typical Equinox run has 3.3.
Which Equinox years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2007 is heaviest at 11.1 complaints per run and 2024 lightest at 1.4.
Does the Equinox get more complaints than the Toyota RAV4?
Yes: 3.3 complaints per production run for the Equinox against 2.3 for the Toyota RAV4.
How many Equinox complaints involve a crash?
4% of 8,267 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 88 involved a fire.
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