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2023 Chevrolet Equinox: Too new to judge

The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox has been on the road for 47 months, short of the five years we need to rate it. Owners have filed 95 complaints with NHTSA so far. That's 1.0× the rate other Equinox years drew in their first 47 months, per vehicle sold.

The biggest problem area, counting serious complaints more, is the fuel or propulsion system (52% of complaints).

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3rd generation, 2018–2024 · Updated September 24, 2026 · How we rate
2022 Chevrolet Equinox LT (facelift)

Photo: 2022 Chevrolet Equinox LT (facelift) · Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Problem areas

Ranked by severity-weighted complaints · share · median miles
  1. Fuel and propulsion52% · 49 complaints
  2. Brakes16% · 15 complaints
  3. Engine18% · 17 complaints
  4. Driver assistance7% · 7 complaints
  5. Air bags2% · 2 complaints
  6. Electrical13% · 12 complaints
  7. Steering7% · 7 complaints
  8. Body and structure2% · 2 complaints
  9. Seats and belts2% · 2 complaints
  10. Powertrain5% · 5 complaints

Bars rank problem areas by complaints weighted for severity (crashes, fires, injuries and deaths count more). A complaint can name more than one area. Mileage is reported on about half of complaints.

What owners describe

Brakes

Owners of the 2023 Equinox describe the brake pedal suddenly going to the floor with dashboard warning lights, sometimes leaving them unable to stop normally. Others flat-towing the car behind an RV report tire screeching and brake lock-up during turns, with dealers sometimes unable to find a cause or waiting on backordered parts.

Warning signs:
Many report warning lights for Check Engine, ABS, Brake, ESC or Traction Control appearing with the brake failure, and some notice tire squealing or a burning rubber smell during towing.
What shops did:
Dealers often clear codes and tell owners to keep driving, though some replace a brake system control module or ABS valve kit, sometimes after a long wait for backordered parts.

“the brake pedal went to the floor with little resistance. Two error messages were displayed on the dashboard: "Brake System Failure - 62 MPH Top Speed" and "Service ESC”

“Total loss of brakes. Pedal went to floor on down hill grade. Got vehicle stopped.”

Engine

Owners of the 2023 Equinox describe engine stalling or sudden power loss, often preceded by a check engine light, jerking, or rough running. Dealers have often replaced the high-pressure fuel pump, sometimes citing a recall, but several owners say the stalling returned afterward.

Warning signs:
Many report the check engine light illuminating, jerking or rattling, hesitation or turbo lag, misfire codes, and difficulty restarting before stalling.
What shops did:
Dealers frequently diagnosed a failed high-pressure fuel pump or injector and replaced it, though some owners report the problem recurring or techs unable to replicate the issue.

“the high-pressure fuel pump was inoperable and needed to be replaced”

“the car jerked (as if it was downshifted), started to rattle, and then ultimately a CE came on with the "Engine Power Reduced" warning”

Fuel and propulsion

Owners describe the fuel pump suddenly failing, causing the Equinox to lose power or stall, sometimes on highways or in intersections. Many say a check engine or reduced power warning appeared first, and repairs were often delayed due to parts shortages or recurred after being fixed.

Warning signs:
Many report a check engine light and "reduced engine power" message, along with jerking, sputtering, rattling, or hard starting before the vehicle lost power or stalled.
What shops did:
Dealers often diagnosed a failed high-pressure fuel pump and replaced it, though several owners report parts were on backorder or unavailable, and some say the problem recurred after repair.

“the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power”

“my car died, reduced engine power light came on as well as check engine light”

Summaries are written with AI from the owner complaints shown on NHTSA's site and checked against them; quotes are word for word.

Recalls (3)

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  • NHTSA 23V339000May 2023668,187 vehicles

    Child seat: vehicle latch anchor

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars may have excessive powder coating, which could prevent a child seat from being installed with the anchorage bars. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

    Risk: The inability to install a child seat with the LATCH anchorage bars could result in an unsecured child seat, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

    Fix: Owners are advised to install child seats using the vehicle's rear seat belts until the remedy is complete.

  • NHTSA 22V929000December 20229 vehicles

    Air bags: sensor: occupant classification: front passenger

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with ventilated front passenger seats. The Occupant Classification System may not properly disable the front passenger air bag when there is a small child or child restraint detected in the seat.

    Risk: In the event of a crash, a front passenger air bag that deploys with a child or infant in the front passenger seat can increase their risk of injury.

    Fix: Dealers will replace the passenger presence system, free of charge.

  • NHTSA 22V724000September 20226,895 vehicles

    Seats

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The driver's seat may have a stripped or loose bolt at the seat frame height-adjust pivot.

    Risk: A seat with a missing or loose bolt may not properly restrain the occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the seat cushion frame, if necessary, free of charge.

A recall only helps if the repair was done. Enter the vehicle's 17-character VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup before you buy.

Service bulletins

Chevrolet sent NHTSA 471 service bulletins and other notices to dealers covering the 2023 Equinox. These are repair instructions, not recalls. Warranty extensions and bulletins about its top problem areas:

  • 22-NA-244 · May 2024 · Warranty extensionThis service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period.
  • N262558690-02 · September 2026General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall.
  • N262558690 · September 2026General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall.
  • N262558690-01 · August 2026General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall.
  • 00-06-01-026R · June 2025This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
  • 25-NA-147 · June 2025this bulletin provides a procedure to verify if the ECM is at the latest update before testing the fuel system.
  • 23-NA-153 · May 2025The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal…
  • 15-NA-010 · May 2025This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in other states.

All 2023 Equinox bulletins on NHTSA ›

Questions owners ask

Is the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox has been on the road for 47 months, short of the five years we need to rate it. Owners have filed 95 complaints with NHTSA so far. That's 1.0× the rate other Equinox years drew in their first 47 months, per vehicle sold. Ratings compare Equinox years with each other using complaints filed with NHTSA; they don't measure every problem owners have.
What are the most common 2023 Equinox problems?
Owners' complaints most often involve the fuel or propulsion system (52%), the brakes (16%) and the engine (18%). A complaint can name more than one area.
Has the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox been recalled?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox, the most recent in May 2023 (child seat). Enter the vehicle's VIN on NHTSA's recall lookup to see whether the repairs were done.

Sources

Owner complaints, recalls and manufacturer communications from NHTSA's public data files, as of September 24, 2026. Complaints are counted once each, over the model year's first 60 months on the road. UsedScore is not affiliated with NHTSA or Chevrolet. The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox on NHTSA.gov · How we rate