Chevrolet Equinox Reviews

I am beyond disappointed with my experience with General Motors. I purchased a brand-new 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV expecting reliability, quality, and peace of mind. Instead, within less than two months of ownership, my vehicle developed major mechanical issues that left it at the dealership for weeks undergoing extensive repairs. A brand-new vehicle should never require this level of repair almost immediately after purchase.

I bought a 2019 Chevy Equinox from Mike Anderson Chevy of Merrillville Indiana. 3 weeks after I bought it brand new from the dealership it shut off on me in a drive through. Chevy said faulty part. In the next couple months it happened again. Always says service ESC. It has continuously happened to me. I’ve taken into the dealership and was told a few times that nothing was wrong after having the vehicle in the shop for days. This was my first new car. All other cars I purchased used. This car has been the most unreliable vehicle I ever owned and has caused me so much stress. The car needed to be recalled. They sold me an absolute lemon. After having constant issues I’m forced to sell it right after paying the car off.

So I've owned an 2024 EV Equinox for 2 months now and it is a mess primarily because of it electronics. First off no Apple Play. I will never buy a GM car again just because of this. To make matters worse its Bluetooth and USB interface is terrible. Vehicle doesn't even recognize the synced iPhone with Bluetooth half the time and when it doesn't the USB port won't recognize the iPhone either. So basically you have an EV with the capabilities of a car from 1980. In addition no garage door opener so you need the fob for your garage to work. I could go on with at least 5 other things that make the vehicle just terrible. On a positive note it does drive well. Definitely would not recommend this car or for that fact any GM car without Android or Apple Play.

I have been disappointed in the 2026 Chevy Equinox I leased in August of 2025. In addition to the creaking/rattle that continues, even though I have taken it in to be checked out, the technician could not duplicate the noise. When starting the engine, there is a continual chime until the driver or driver and passenger get buckled in. Also, the turn indicator makes a continual noise, like a metronome until the turn is completed. These issues are more annoying than dangerous. I should have kept my 2022 Equinox because it did not have any of these issues and was very reliable. This is the first Chevy vehicle I have been disappointed in since I became a Chevy customer in 2008. I will most likely consider another brand of SUV, perhaps a Buick, rather than another Equinox when my current lease is up.

My wife and I leased a 2026 Chevy Equinox LT in August of 2025. Not long after we had driven it, we started hearing a creaking and/or groaning sound coming from the front of the vehicle. It sounded like it was coming from the steering or suspension. The noise could be heard when turning the steering wheel in either direction at slow speeds. Also, the noise would occur when braking and coming to a complete stop. I have taken it to a Chevy dealer, but their technicians could not find the source of the noise. I have read similar complaints by 2026 Equinox owners and no dealer's technicians have been able to find to the source of the noise. Overall, we like the design and functionality of the Equinox, but it very disappointing to have to deal with this creaking/groaning. I doubt if we will lease/purchase another Equinox when our current lease expires.

I bought a brand new 2025 Equinox in 2024. 2 years in and the catalytic converter had to be changed. I was almost in a horrific accident because my vehicle went into limp mode in 70-75 mph traffic. When I picked my vehicle up after the repair, the engine light came back on so I made a turn and returned to the dealership on Feb. 4, 2026. Today is Feb 18, 2026 and the parts are backordered which consist of O2 sensors, fuel pump, fuel injectors, cam shaft cover and another part I can't remember. Absolutely ridiculous. My beautiful vehicle is a piece of crap and I am telling any and everybody to stay far away from Chevrolet vehicles.

I have a 2014 Equinox with 92,000 miles. I bought it new in January 2014 and could not ask for a better car. I have owned 37 vehicles since my first one in 1970 (1965 Impala Super Sport). Most of my cars have been domestic but 8 were either German or Japanese. Nothing compares to the Equinox I now own and if I could buy it new again, I would not hesitate. I have done so little to this car, short of regular oil changes, I replaced the pads and rotors at 75k, new Michelin tires at 50k. Twice in its 12 year history, check engine lights flashed on.

We purchased a used 2022 Equinox in 2023, and it has been nothing but issues. There was an oil leak when we purchased it that they never really took care of. Now the turbo went! GMC refuses to do anything to help. The equinox needs to be recalled, as there are others with the same issue. A car that age should not need a new turbo, and technically shouldn't need a new one for the life of the car.

In Dec 2024 we bought a brand new 2025 Equinox. After 9 mths we were driving the expressway with cruise control on. It braked hard suddenly like something was in front of me. There was norhing. Engine light went off for a short time and came back on. A short time later, engine light came back on and it was like i was pressing on and off the gas pedal. Took it in to the dealer the next day and was going to wait for it to fix. Later they ended up giving me a loaner bexause 15 codes came up so it was going to take longer to fix. The most experienced mechanic couldn't fix it so then they had to call in GM engineers.

After years of exploring EVs, from Tesla and Lucid to Rivian and Genesis, I finally landed on the Chevy Equinox EV—and I couldn’t be happier. I’ve road-tested nearly everything: the Lucid Air wowed me with comfort but required too many charging stops, Tesla impressed with software but felt overpriced, and Rivian surprised me with capability. Yet none struck the right balance of range, charging, comfort, and affordability until the Equinox EV.

When I bought this car I was super excited. It was a 2018 and was reliable and good until we reached the 70,000 mile mark then the panoramic sun roof stopped working. Took to Chevy, ran diagnostic, found nothing so we decided to not go down the rabbit hole. Then it started leaking and one of the service guys told me he'd never buy a car with a hole in the roof. That was the last day I went to the dealer. Next the car would randomly short out but if you wiggled the cables by the battery it would work. Then the driver's side power seat died. Just spent $500 replacing the motor and now the car stopped running. Don't waste your money on a Chevy. I never will again. What a disappointment and loss. Piece of junk.

GM Where are you? My first vehicle and love was a 1991 Chevy S10. Ultimately, I ended up spending the better part of the last 3 decades driving Nissan, Toyota, Ford and Hondas. However, last year, I got interested in EVs and ultimately settled on an Equinox EV. It was the best purchase. I have commented to anyone I can that this is the best product GM has made in a long time. Then, while my car was parked in the parking lot at work, a teenager does some minor damage to the front left of the vehicle. No big deal, their insurance is paying for the repair. Due to the limited places that can work on EVs, their insurance sent me to a GM dealership for the collision repair. It’s now been there 30 days, and I’m told they can’t get the part to finish the job. Part #86575557

Just received a 2026 Chevy Equinox 10 days ago. The dealer experience was fine; the test drive was conducted on a cloudy day. Now that I am driving the vehicle, there are 2 safety issues I have experienced with the interior of the vehicle. The vents at the end of the dashboard closest to the door have chrome details/trim; when the sun is shining, it bounces off the chrome and just about blinds you as you are driving. I have had to resort to placing masking tape on the driver side chrome trim to keep the sun from blinding me.

I want GM to buy back what they passed off as a trustworthy product. My air intake has broke down TWICE and my Equinox only has 17,??? Miles on it. The first time it only had 3,500 miles on it and I was on my way home from my grandfather's funeral! This was my DREAM SUV. Now it’s an untrustworthy NIGHTMARE. I do NOT want a turbo engine, they fail on long road trips, at least this LEMON does!

I have a 2025 Equinox. It is a piece of junk! Had it 3 weeks when the check engine light came on. It's been in the shop 3 times and still isn't fixed. Dealership says that Chevy is working on a fix but they don't know what or when they'll have a solution. BUT it's safe to drive. There is no way that can be a guarantee when they don't know what the problem is. Now my CarPlay won't work! NO one, from my dealership to GM are helping. I want them to take this piece of crap back! DO NOT buy Chevy!

Chevy Equinox: DO NOT RECOMMEND!! I bought my Equinox NEW in 2020, it’s 5 years old. Since I’ve hit 100,000 miles (3-4 months ago) I’ve had nothing but problems. Yesterday we paid $1800 to fix the intercooler system (there was water and ice in it), got my car back last night. Was driving it home from Ames after taking my mother-in-law's car back to her when the damn check engine light comes on AGAIN with the same alert “engine power reduced” (this has been occurring for the last 3-4 months AND the reason we took it in to be fixed to begin with). To say we were pissed is an understatement. Take car back to Karl’s today and they found the turbo is cracked. Thankfully Karl’s is paying a portion of this but OUR portion is another $2100!! Karl’s Chevrolet also had several other Equinox’s in there with the SAME issues as mine. We should not have to be shelling out this kind of money for a car that’s not that old!!

I bought a brand new 2025 Chevy Equinox on 02/21/2025 from Davidson Chevy in Watertown, NY. On Sunday 02/23/2025 I go to the store and the vehicle wouldn't shift, then noticed all the transmission fluid was all over my driveway. I had to have the vehicle towed back to the dealership that's over an hour away. Well, now we are over a week and half later and it is still not fixed, and the company hasn't reached out to let me know what is going on! I did receive a call from GM because I had to have a brand-new car towed but nothing since. I do not want the vehicle back at this point!

I have had my Equinox for 4 years. First that horrible infotainment of a stereo went out, I had my whole system upgraded after that. Next is the front end suspension & steering.... What can I say other than it is beyond horrible, I've had 3 alignments in the past year, anytime I hit a bump in the road or any little thing, the steering is completely off. I don't hit curbs or anything, just everyday driving. This is my last Chevy, I have owned 5 total now, with the last 2 being the worst, my 2018 Malibu & this Equinox. I haven't had the engine trouble yet that others are talking about, I want to get rid of it before that happens. I regret purchasing this vehicle & do not recommend anyone else get one either.

I am a single mom struggling day by day. I bought a Chevy Equinox and I have had to change the motor 3 times, these last time is over 8k for a used motor. Everyone I speak to tells me they are known to for bad motors. I want to say it is the worst vehicle I have ever had, and saddest part is Chevy don’t give to finger about selling junk to anyone! Please stayed away from Chevy Equinox, is not with the stress. I would never again would do the same thing with Chevy!

I wasn't going to post a review, because I didn't want to ruin business. I've had NOTHING but problems since I bought my 2022 Chevy Equinox BRAND NEW with 8 miles - I was in love with it! Right away, I had to bring it in because of the infotainment package did want to perform the way it should - it took multiple times for them to fix it. It was glitching and wouldn't come on - I had no access to safety features, radio, blue tooth, etc! They "updated" it the first time. It still wouldn't come on every time.

Chevy is aware that the 2.4 eco engines have extreme oil consumption and timing chain issues. They have multiple lawsuits and class action lawsuits for this engine blowing. They continue to put this engine in newer vehicles. I had a 2016 Chevy Equinox and had it checked multiple times because I researched the issue. Of course, 5,000 miles after the warranty ran out the engine blew. I still owe thousands and had to roll it into a new car. So I bought a Ford. I will never own another Chevy with their clear lack of morals.

I recently bought a used 2021 Chevrolet Equinox and BOY did I make a mistake. I have only owned my equinox for 2 months and I really really regret my purchase. I HATE this car. The interior is cheap. The car has zero features and feels very cheap and basic inside. On the outside my clear coat is already starting to peel away. The tires are like tiny thin donuts. The trunk is a joke. If you put anything over 5 lbs on the trunk deck it falls in on itself because it's made for cheap garbage material. The area underneath the trunk lid is even worse. There is nothing but a spare tire and what looks to be the metal frame of the vehicle. Why would Chevy leave it looking cheap and unfinished?

Stay away from this dealership at all costs! They have a new system called docupad and it's impossible to follow the slick salesman (Peter **) & his much worse finance manager, Matt ** when running through the deal numbers. They refused to print out the sales contract on paper & did it only begrudgingly when I said I wouldn't sign. They tried to add on $5,000 in extras and when I caught them they gave me attitude! The worst is they tried to add on a $1,300 fee for paying cash! But far and away the worst employee is the sales manager, Adam **, who takes the honor of being the worst car salesperson I have ever come across in my 40 + years of buying cars. His rudeness, unprofessionalism, and attitude are a fine example of the culture at Lou Bachrodt Pompano Beach. This dealership is a great place to recommend to your enemies!

My 2017 Equinox's transfer case went. I had it diagnosed and knew what was wrong with it and how much was to fix this. I have less than 100,000K on the engine but all warranties are gone. The car has been very well cared for, including tires, oil changes and so on. I reached out to Chevrolet Customer Service just to see if there were any options for me. I can't afford the $3000 it is going to cost. Customer Service Rep, Jordyn assured me that there were options but first I must take it to Pye Chevrolet to have them diagnose the issue. I explained that I had it in writing from a reputable transmission shop and that the car was not drivable, I would need a tow. He told me the only way to move forward was to have this diagnosis done at Pye's. Being assured that there were some options, I followed his instruction. (I was clear that I had to tow the vehicle at my expense, and it had already been towed 2 times and really couldn't afford it).

First off, the oil consumption issue is insane. This issue has caused bigger issues. Two Chevy dealer service stations said nothing to me about the issue. Just fixed random things. Thousands spent. The recall for this problem happened a couple months before I bought this and Chevy won't fix it. This has destroyed the catalytic converter. Bye Chevy.

I have seriously dangerous electrical issues since I purchased this 2018 Equinox. GM claim they don't have a fix for the electrical issues. When I lift my foot off brake several sensors come on as well as door locks unlock and relock. The vehicle jerk forward or rolls backwards when foot is removed from brake. I have no choice but drive it as it is my only source of transportation. Lemon law attorneys are only concerned about getting their fee and GM offer to buy back with drastic deductions for depreciation for a few thousand dollars when my car loan was 25,000 plus thousands still owed. I would review with half star or less.

Purchased 2017 Equinox. Religiously changed the oil. 70k. Engine leaks all oil out of rear main and engine is trash. I’ve owned 5 Equinox’s this one was defective from day one. I’m seriously rethinking ever buying another GM. I’ve read many other owners that have had exact same problem. I now know why they pulled back the 100k warranty. This is a known problem yet I’ve never received a recall to fix it.

I've owned my Chevy Equinox for four years and went through AC compressor, two alternators, the wipers stopped working, major oil consumption. Hands down worst vehicle I've ever owned. Absolute scrap metal.

I have been leasing an Equinox for the last 2 years, that has been in for repairs 20-25 times! Neither GM or GM Financial will stand by their faulty product! I have made payments faithfully, and have only received a LEMON car. The fact that they don't stand behind their product is ridiculous! My ex husband has worked for GM for 25 years & is completely embarrassed by the customer service. Will not buy GM product again! Very sad!!

Design, comfort and fuel economy are great. However, the 2.4L Ecotech Flex engine burns oil at an alarming rate. I had to spend $4500 on a motor replacement, not even 11 months after I bought the vehicle. I had a warranty and was denied my claim by a dishonest adjuster. Chevy knows that there are problems, but only issued a service bulletin that I, or YOU would never know about. Pretty horrible business practices when we know that GM received taxpayer dollars during the recession. Go for the V-6 if you desire an Equinox. The 2.4L are trash and will break your bank.

May, 2016 I* bought a brand new 2016 Chevy Equinox. In June, 2019 the OnStar died. GM failed to satisfactorily resolve. I wound up paying around $900.00 for a Body Control Module I didn't need before dealership finally determined I needed an OnStar module, and the part was unavailable until just recently. I sought assistance from GM Headquarters, customer service, where I filed a complaint. My complaint remains unresolved as I expected at least partial reimbursement being as this involved a rather inexplicably defective part.

This vehicle is the worst vehicle I have ever had. I have dumped over $5000 in a $15000 SUV. There is always a problem with this vehicle. Once I get one thing fixed, a week later, there is another problem. I’m not even going to discuss the oil consumption on this vehicle. This would be the first vehicle that I trade. I normally keep all my vehicles to give to a family member. This vehicle will be traded in. I will never purchase a Chevrolet. I HATE THIS VEHICLE!!!

I bought a 2010 Chevy Equinox in August of 2019. I have put on 6,000 miles. The timing chain went out and crippled the motor. Needless to say they are unwilling to fix the problem, even though lawsuits are there.

My husband and I each purchased a 2020 Equinox in December 2019. In the less than two months that we have had them, we have already had MAJOR issues with them. My husband was locked IN his car with our 6 year old inside. He had to put the window down and open the door from the outside. The fan stayed on after the car was shut off and the check engine light was on. Nothing was “able to be done” to fix this issue.

I love the safety features, gas economy, and the smooth drive of my Chevy Equinox. I would recommend Chevy for the service and the quality and looks of the car. I was always partial to Buicks until I test drove my Chevy. It is quite roomy and comfortable and lots of room to for carrying groceries and other large items.

I love my Equinox LTZ. It is my dream car and I have no complaints at all. It is a great vehicle. I have had Chevrolets for years. They are a great company and I recommend them highly. My Chevrolet Malibu lasted well past 300000 miles and finally the axle broke because of my brakes.

We have liked the Chevy Equinox. It is very comfortable with good back seat leg room. Decent gas mileage especially at longer distances. Handles well and has a good turning radius. With all electronics, we have had issues with check engine light coming on and needing service.

We bought a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. Shortly after buying the vehicle it would stall. The last time it stalled was 70 miles from home, on the interstate doing 65, at night in a snow storm. Had to have it towed home and spent money to have the timing chain fixed. Now we have used 10 quarts of oil in 4000 miles. There is a class action lawsuit to get Chevrolet to fix a defect in the engine. The lawsuit covers a vehicle for 7 years 6 months. We bought it at 7 years 10 months and the Chevrolet Dealership owned by HomeRun Auto Group didn't fix it before we bought it and the Chevrolet Corp says they are not forced to fix it outside of the lawsuit and they pretty much don't care about the defects unless there is a recall. Research it. There are a lot of people with the oil usage consumption problem. It will cost $4000+ to fix on a vehicle only worth $5000. Buy a Ford from a reputable dealer.

I purchased a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ 6yrs ago, and still love it! The dealership was absolutely wonderful and helped me out with the 1 and only recall I've ever had on this vehicle. The Chevrolet service department keeps my Equinox in top shape so it runs perfectly and I have never had any major mechanical issues. Despite what some people may think of Chevrolet, this company builds great dependable cars. It was a more expensive model than I had planned for, but in the long run with all the extra safety features I'm extremely happy I purchased it!