2007 Chevrolet Equinox Problems: 4 Issues Every Owner Should Know

2007 Chevrolet Equinox Problems: 4 Issues Every Owner Should Know | Au7o

NHTSA Recalls4 recalls

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007 Chevrolet Equinox and Pontiac Torrent vehicles originally sold or currently registered in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas; model year 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5, and Saturn ION vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona, California, Florida, Nevada, or Texas; model year 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arizona; and model year 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt and Pontiac G5 vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Nevada, Oklahoma, or Texas. Some of these vehicles have a condition in which the plastic supply or return port on the fuel pump module may crack, which could cause a fuel leak.

Campaign #12V45900019/09/2012

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE

CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." IN THESE VEHICLES, THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS BUILT WITH A PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM. WHEN TESTED WITH A REPRESENTATIVE UNRESTRAINED SMALL ADULT, THE SYSTEM IS REQUIRED TO TURN THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER'S FRONTAL AIRBAG ON. AN ERROR IN THE SEAT SENSOR CALIBRATION CAN CAUSE IT TO FAIL THIS TEST. IN ADDITION, THIS CONDITION CAN PREVENT THE AIRBAG FROM TURNING OFF WHEN THE SEAT IS OCCUPIED BY A SMALL CHILD.

Campaign #07V34400007/08/2007

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD

CERTAIN VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, "WINDSHIELD MOUNTING." AN INCORRECT PRIMER MAY HAVE BEEN USED WHEN INSTALLING THE WINDSHIELD. THE SAME PRIMER MAY HAVE ALSO BEEN APPLIED TO THE LIFTGATE GLASS AND THE SIDE STATIONARY GLASS.

Campaign #07V24200013/06/2007

AIR BAGS

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES NOT EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL ROOF RAIL AIRBAGS OR OPTIONAL SUNROOF FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201,"OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT." DURING NHTSA IMPACT TESTS, THE INTERIOR OCCUPANT PROTECTION TEST POINTS EXCEEDED THE STANDARD REQUIREMENTS.

Campaign #07V52000007/11/2007

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Chevrolet Equinox problems?

According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has 4 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: A-Pillar Trim Needs Additional Impact Protection (Recall 07V520), Incorrect Glass Primer Can Reduce Windshield Retention (Recall 07V242), Fuel-Pump Module Ports Can Crack and Leak (Recall 12V459). Of these, 4 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

Is the Chevrolet Equinox reliable?

The 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has 4 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 4 issues are rated critical: A-Pillar Trim Needs Additional Impact Protection (Recall 07V520) and Incorrect Glass Primer Can Reduce Windshield Retention (Recall 07V242) and Fuel-Pump Module Ports Can Crack and Leak (Recall 12V459) and Passenger-Sensing Calibration Can Misclassify Occupants (Recall 07V344). Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.

What is the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox A-Pillar Trim Needs Additional Impact Protection (Recall 07V520)?

Certain 2007 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles without the optional roof-rail air bags or sunroof do not meet federal interior-impact protection requirements at specified test points, increasing head-injury risk in a crash. Severity: high.

What is the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Incorrect Glass Primer Can Reduce Windshield Retention (Recall 07V242)?

Certain 2007 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles were assembled with incorrect primer on the windshield and potentially the liftgate and side stationary glass. The windshield may not remain retained as required in a crash. Severity: high.

What is the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Fuel-Pump Module Ports Can Crack and Leak (Recall 12V459)?

Certain warm-state 2007 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles can develop cracks in a plastic fuel-pump module supply or return port, allowing fuel to leak and creating a fire risk near an ignition source. Severity: high.

What is the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Passenger-Sensing Calibration Can Misclassify Occupants (Recall 07V344)?

Certain 2007 Chevrolet Equinox passenger-sensing systems have incorrect seat-sensor calibration. The system may fail to turn the passenger air bag on for a small adult or off for a small child. Severity: high.

2007 Chevrolet Equinox Problems: 4 Issues Every Owner Should Know

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2007 Chevrolet Equinox: A-Pillar Trim Needs Additional Impact Protection (Recall 07V520)#

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2007 Chevrolet Equinox: Passenger-Sensing Calibration Can Misclassify Occupants (Recall 07V344)#

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2007 Chevrolet Equinox: Incorrect Glass Primer Can Reduce Windshield Retention (Recall 07V242)#

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2007 Chevrolet Equinox: Fuel-Pump Module Ports Can Crack and Leak (Recall 12V459)#

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common Chevrolet Equinox problems?

Is the Chevrolet Equinox reliable?

What is the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox A-Pillar Trim Needs Additional Impact Protection (Recall 07V520)?

What is the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Incorrect Glass Primer Can Reduce Windshield Retention (Recall 07V242)?

What is the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Fuel-Pump Module Ports Can Crack and Leak (Recall 12V459)?

What is the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox Passenger-Sensing Calibration Can Misclassify Occupants (Recall 07V344)?