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2022 Chevrolet Equinox Problems: 16 Known Issues
2022 model year · 1,146+ owner reports · Updated September 2026
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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,146+ owner reports, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox has 16 documented known issues, with 2 rated critical. The most serious are Fuel Pump Module Failure Causing Engine Stall ($0-$0 repair) and Engine-driven brake vacuum pump failure causing sudden hard brake pedal ($400-$1,200 repair). The most commonly reported issue is Parasitic Battery Drain and Electrical System Issues with 456 owner reports. Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $100 to $2,500. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The door strikers may fracture, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly.
TIRES
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with certain Hankook tires. The tires may have been manufactured with an insufficient amount of curative agent, which could cause tread separation.
SEATS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism.
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According to Au7o's analysis of 1,146+ owner reports, the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox has 16 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: Fuel Pump Module Failure Causing Engine Stall, Engine-driven brake vacuum pump failure causing sudden hard brake pedal, Parasitic Battery Drain and Electrical System Issues. Of these, 2 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
The 2022 Chevrolet Equinox has 16 known issues documented across 1,146+ owner reports. 2 issues are rated critical: Fuel Pump Module Failure Causing Engine Stall and Engine-driven brake vacuum pump failure causing sudden hard brake pedal. 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.
Repair costs for known Chevrolet Equinox issues range from $0 to $2,500, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, Fuel Pump Module Failure Causing Engine Stall, typically costs $0-$0 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.
The fuel pump module fails to consistently provide adequate fuel flow to the engine, causing potential stalling while driving. This creates a significant safety hazard as the engine can stall unexpectedly in traffic. GM issued recall N222372310 affecting 23,164 vehicles. Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.
Third-generation Equinox (2018-2022) uses a camshaft-driven mechanical vacuum pump mounted at the rear of the cylinder head to supply the brake booster (the turbo intake is pressurized, so there is no manifold vacuum). This pump can seize and its drive gear break, suddenly elimin… Repairs typically run $400-$1,200. Severity: high.
Content on this page was compiled with AI assistance using NHTSA complaints, TSBs, owner reports, and public automotive data. While we strive for accuracy, this information may contain errors. Always verify repair procedures and specifications with your vehicle's service manual or a qualified mechanic.
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.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The fuel pump module may not consistently provide sufficient fuel to the engine, resulting in an engine stall.
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Equinox models are prone to parasitic battery drain where electrical components continue drawing power when the vehicle is off. Common culprits include the OnStar module, radio/infotainment system, interior lights, and stuck relays. Repairs typically run $150-$800. Severity: medium.
The 1.5L turbocharged engine experiences oil leaks near the dipstick tube and PCV valve-related crankcase pressure issues. A faulty PCV valve causes excessive crankcase pressure, which can lift the dipstick tube seal and cause oil leaks. Repairs typically run $100-$2,500. Severity: medium.
The air-conditioning condenser on the Equinox commonly develops refrigerant leaks at its tubes and seals, or from stone-chip damage to the front-mounted core. Because the condenser's internal tubes and seals cannot be serviced individually, a leak requires full condenser replacem… Repairs typically run $400-$900. Severity: medium.
The center touchscreen (Chevrolet MyLink / Infotainment 3) intermittently goes completely black, freezes, or reboots in a loop while the rest of the car operates normally. Owners lose the backup camera, climate display, radio, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and OnStar screen. The fa… Repairs typically run $0-$900. Severity: medium.
Because the 1.5L turbo (and the earlier 2.4L SIDI) is a gasoline direct-injection engine, no fuel washes over the back of the intake valves. Over 40k-80k miles, oil vapor from the PCV system bakes onto the valves as hard carbon, restricting airflow and disrupting the seal. Owners… Repairs typically run $300-$700. Severity: medium.
On 1.5L turbo (LYX) Equinox models, moisture accumulates inside the charge air cooler (intercooler) and, in cold or highly humid weather, can freeze or pool enough to severely restrict intake airflow. This trips turbo underboost/MAP faults and pushes the engine into 'Engine Power… Repairs typically run $150-$600. Severity: medium.
On Equinox models with the panoramic/power sunroof, the four sunroof drain tubes are prone to clogging with debris or shrinking and popping off the sunroof tray fittings. Instead of routing rainwater/wash water down the A- and C-pillars and out under the vehicle, the water backs… Repairs typically run $0-$450. Severity: medium.
Owners of third-generation (2018+) Equinox report tires wearing out far ahead of their tread-life rating - some down to 1-2/32 in under 20,000 miles on tires rated for 60,000. Investigations point to out-of-spec rear alignment from the factory (excessive rear toe and camber), whi… Repairs typically run $100-$1,100. Severity: medium.
A widespread, heavily-searched complaint: the driver information center displays "Shift to Park" even though the lever is already fully in Park, and the vehicle then refuses to lock, refuses to allow the key/fob to leave, or will not restart. The root cause is an internal park-po… Repairs typically run $120-$600. Severity: medium.
Owners across multiple model years report the factory windshield cracking from very minor rock strikes that would normally cause only a chip, with some drivers on their second, third, or fourth windshield within a year or two. A separate but related complaint is optical distortio… Repairs typically run $300-$1,300. Severity: medium.
The direct-injection fuel injectors on the 1.5L turbo can leak - internally past a cracked injector body/tip (dumping raw fuel into the cylinder and causing a misfire) or externally past worn upper O-rings (fuel smell, weeping at the rail). This is distinct from the covered high-… Repairs typically run $500-$1,000. Severity: medium.
The turbocharger wastegate regulator solenoid (and the wastegate actuator linkage) on the turbo engines can stick, weaken, or freeze - moisture and oil condensate can jam the solenoid in cold weather. The result is erratic boost control that trips overboost or underboost faults a… Repairs typically run $150-$900. Severity: medium.
A very common 2018+ Equinox complaint: the fuel gauge is wildly inaccurate. Owners report the needle never reaches Full even after topping off (often reading ~3/4), drops or jumps erratically, or hits 'E' with many gallons still in the tank — making it nearly impossible to judge… Repairs typically run $100-$700. Severity: low.
On power-liftgate-equipped Equinox, the hands-free/power tailgate frequently stops working - it won't open, opens but won't latch closed, partially opens then stops, or won't hold itself up. Root causes include a failed liftgate latch actuator, a worn strut/drive motor, misaligne… Repairs typically run $300-$800. Severity: low.