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2024 Chevrolet Equinox Problems: 12 Known Issues

2024 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated September 2026

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According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox has 12 documented known issues, with 4 rated critical. The most serious are High-Pressure Direct-Injection Fuel Pump Failure Causing Stalling and Limp Mode (1.5L Turbo) ($1,000-$1,200 repair), Door Striker Fracture — Door Can Open Unexpectedly While Driving (Recall 23V869000) ($0-$0 repair), Equinox EV: Vehicle-Control Software Defect Causing Sudden Loss of Propulsion ($0-$0 repair) and Telematics (OnStar) Control Module Failure Causing Parasitic Battery Drain and Loss of Automatic Crash Response ($0-$900 repair). Across all issues with published estimates, repair costs range from $40 to $1,300. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.

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    On the 2024-2026 Chevrolet Equinox Electric (Ultium), in early 2026 GM launched a broad recall covering roughly 102,000 Chevrolet Equinox EVs (primarily 2024-2026 model years) over a vehicle-control / propulsion software defect that can cause an unexpected loss of power or loss of propulsion while driving. Related field reports describe limp-home behavior, propulsion/stability warnings, and in some cases state-of-charge readings dropping suddenly toward zero, leaving the vehicle stranded. A separate GM customer-satisfaction program covers the drive motor power-distribution control module hardware on some Equinox EV and Blazer EV units. Sudden loss of propulsion in traffic raises the risk of a crash.

    Common Symptoms

    • Sudden loss of power / propulsion while driving
    • Limp-home / reduced propulsion mode
    • Propulsion or stability warning messages
    • State-of-charge dropping unexpectedly
    • Vehicle stranded, may require tow

    How to Fix

    GM's remedy is a software update (typically dealer-installed, some over-the-air) to correct the propulsion/power-loss logic; the related hardware program replaces the drive motor power-distribution control module and associated parts at no cost. Owners experiencing propulsion or stability warnings should stop driving and schedule service, and verify open recalls by VIN at NHTSA.gov.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $0

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    On the 2024-2026 Chevrolet Equinox, the telematics control module — the OnStar unit — fails on a large scale across the redesigned Equinox and the Equinox EV. It is the single largest complaint cluster in NHTSA's electrical-system category for the 2025 Equinox. When the module fails it stops sleeping and continuously draws current, flattening the 12-volt battery; owners report waking to a dead vehicle and, in the worst cases, the car shutting down mid-drive, with one report of the battery measured at 0.03 volts. The failure simultaneously disables every OnStar-dependent safety and convenience function: Automatic Crash Response, emergency calling, GPS position (which can read miles off), remote start, remote lock/unlock through the myChevrolet app, and over-the-air update delivery. Replacement modules have been on nationwide backorder for extended periods, with owners reporting month-plus waits and at least one case where the replacement module was itself faulty. GM has not issued a recall or a public service bulletin for the defect.

    Common Symptoms

    • Dead 12V battery repeatedly, especially after the car sits a day or two
    • Vehicle shuts down or loses power while driving
    • OnStar unavailable / 'Service OnStar' message
    • Remote start and remote lock/unlock stop working in the myChevrolet app
    • GPS location wrong by miles
    • Automatic Crash Response and emergency calling inoperative
    • Dealer says the telematics module is on national backorder

    How to Fix

    Have the dealer perform a parasitic draw test with the telematics module fused out to confirm the module is the current draw before replacing the 12-volt battery — repeatedly replacing a battery that a failed TCM is killing wastes money and does not fix the fault. Confirm the diagnosis by checking whether OnStar services, app remote commands and GPS position are all dead at once, which points at the module rather than the battery. Open a case with GM Customer Assistance to get a parts-priority escalation and a loaner while the module is on backorder, and keep every repair order — the combination of a documented safety-system loss and a long parts wait is the basis for a state lemon-law or Magnuson-Moss claim. As a stopgap, a battery tender will keep the vehicle startable but does not restore crash response.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $900

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    On the 2018-2024 Chevrolet Equinox, 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 failure is usually a software/HMI-module fault but is also commonly traced to loose or corroded connectors and cables at the radio receiver located behind/below the glove box, or to a failing HMI (Human-Machine Interface) display module. A temporary fix is a system reboot (hold the power/volume knob ~10-15 s, or hold Home + fast-forward for 10 s), but it returns until the underlying module or wiring is addressed. This is one of the most-searched Equinox electrical complaints across model years.

    This issue also affects: GMC Acadia, GMC Sierra 1500, Chevrolet Silverado 1500

    Common Symptoms

    • Touchscreen goes fully black while driving but the car keeps running
    • Screen reboots in a loop or freezes on the Chevrolet logo
    • Loss of backup camera image, radio, and climate display
    • Apple CarPlay / Android Auto drops out repeatedly
    • Screen comes back after a manual reset, then fails again

    How to Fix

    First attempt the documented soft reset (press and hold the power/volume knob 10-15 seconds, or Home + Seek-Forward for 10 seconds) and let the system reboot. If blackouts persist, inspect and reseat the connectors/cables at the radio receiver behind/below the glove box and check for corrosion or a poor ground. Apply any available GM infotainment software update at the dealer. If the HMI display module itself is failing, replace it with a GM-programmed HMI module (plug-and-play replacements are available and are reflashed to the VIN). Confirm CarPlay/camera/climate all return after repair.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $900

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    On the 2023-2024 Chevrolet Equinox 1.5L turbo I4 (LYX), owners of 2023-2024 Equinox models with the 1.5L turbo (LYX) report the engine-mounted high-pressure direct-injection fuel pump failing, often well under 60,000 miles (some as early as 28,000 miles). The pump can no longer maintain rail pressure, so the engine suddenly loses power, drops into 'Engine Power Reduced' limp mode (speed limited to roughly 5-55 mph), stalls, or won't restart, frequently leaving the vehicle undrivable and requiring a tow. CarComplaints logged 20 distinct 2023 fuel/propulsion complaints centered on this part, and many owners report the replacement pump being on national back-order for months. This is a separate failure from the earlier 2021-2022 in-tank low-pressure fuel pump module recall.

    This issue also affects: Buick LeSabre, Buick Park Avenue, Cadillac Allante

    Common Symptoms

    • Sudden loss of power / stalling while driving
    • Engine Power Reduced / limp mode (speed capped 5-55 mph)
    • Check engine light
    • Hesitation and loss of acceleration
    • No-start or vehicle must be towed

    How to Fix

    Dealer diagnoses low fuel-rail pressure and replaces the high-pressure fuel pump (and gaskets); some cases also require fuel injectors or rail cleaning. Out of warranty, repairs have run roughly $1,000-$1,100. Owners should check for any GM warranty extension or special coverage and verify it is the high-pressure pump (not the in-tank module) before paying out of pocket.

    Typical repair cost:$1,000 - $1,200

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    On the 2018-2025 Chevrolet Equinox 1.5L Turbo I4 (LYX), 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-pressure fuel-pump and in-tank fuel-pump-module failures. GM issued a Customer Satisfaction Program for a fuel-injector leak on some 2025 Equinox that directs dealers to replace all four injectors and the fuel feed pipe.

    This issue also affects: Buick LeSabre, Buick Park Avenue, Buick Cascada

    Common Symptoms

    • Engine misfire / rough idle
    • Strong fuel smell, especially at idle
    • Poor fuel economy
    • Hard start or hesitation
    • Visible fuel weeping at the injector/rail

    How to Fix

    Diagnose with fuel trims, a misfire counter, and a visual/smell check at the fuel rail. Replace the leaking injector - GM guidance for the 2025 program replaces all four injectors, the rail bolts, and the fuel feed intermediate pipe. For O-ring-only external leaks, new upper O-rings may suffice. Check for any open Customer Satisfaction Program by VIN. Repairs commonly $750-$1,000.

    Typical repair cost:$500 - $1,000

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    On the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox 1.5L turbo I4 (LYX), gM recalled certain 2024 Chevrolet Equinox (gas) vehicles — along with the Blazer, Blazer EV and GMC Terrain — because door strikers supplied by Brano Group A.S. may not have been heat-treated to GM hardness specifications and can fracture. A broken striker can allow a door to open unexpectedly while the vehicle is being driven, increasing the risk of injury or a crash. The gas Equinox portion of the campaign covers a small build window (about 201 Equinox units).

    This issue also affects: GMC Terrain

    Common Symptoms

    • Door does not stay latched
    • Door opens unexpectedly while driving
    • Broken/fractured door striker

    How to Fix

    Under recall 23V869000, dealers replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts free of charge. Owners can check eligibility by VIN at NHTSA.gov or call Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

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    Typical repair cost:$0 - $0

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    On the 2024-2026 Chevrolet Equinox, forward-collision avoidance is the second-largest NHTSA complaint category on both the redesigned Equinox and the Equinox EV. Owners report the automatic emergency braking system engaging hard with nothing in front of the vehicle — on open highway, entering shadows or overpasses, near roadside guardrails and signs, and repeatedly during low-speed parking maneuvers. Several complainants state the false activation caused or nearly caused a rear-end collision from following traffic. This is distinct from the separate recall in which adaptive cruise control failed to brake hard enough: here the system brakes when it should not. A related sub-cluster describes ABS remaining active on a long descent, with the driver unable to slow the vehicle for roughly two minutes.

    Common Symptoms

    • Vehicle brakes hard on open road with no obstacle ahead
    • Automatic braking triggers while parking or maneuvering at low speed
    • Repeated false forward-collision alerts near overpasses, shadows or guardrails
    • ABS stays engaged and the vehicle will not slow on a long descent

    How to Fix

    Have the dealer pull stored data from the forward camera and radar modules and check for open field actions or software calibration updates for the front camera module and the ADAS controller — GM has addressed similar false-activation behavior on other platforms through camera module recalibration and software reflash. Have the front camera recalibrated after any windshield replacement or front-end body repair, and keep the windshield area in front of the camera and the front-fascia radar aperture clean and free of bug debris, snow, ice and license-plate frames or badges that intrude on the radar face. Record the date, road and conditions of each event and file an NHTSA complaint; the count in this category is what will drive a defect investigation. Collision Alert sensitivity can be reduced in the vehicle settings menu, but this does not disable automatic braking.

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    On the 2017-2024 Chevrolet Equinox All engines, 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 distortion/blurriness in the glass that causes glare and, for some, motion sickness, and which often persists even after a warranty replacement. The thinness/quality of the laminated glass is the suspected root cause; there is no recall, but the complaint volume is high.

    Common Symptoms

    • Windshield cracks spreading from tiny rock chips
    • Repeated windshield replacements in a short period
    • Blurry/distorted view causing glare or eye strain
    • Distortion remaining after replacement glass installed

    How to Fix

    There is no permanent fix beyond replacement. Insist on GM/OEM-spec glass rather than the cheapest aftermarket unit, and on ADAS-equipped trims ensure the forward camera is recalibrated after any windshield replacement (a required step that adds cost). Prompt chip repair (before it spreads) is cheaper than full replacement. Windshield replacement typically runs $300-$500 for base trims and $700-$1,300+ when camera calibration is required.

    Typical repair cost:$300 - $1,300

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    On the 2024-2026 Chevrolet Equinox Electric (Ultium), multiple recalls address the Equinox EV's exterior pedestrian warning sound (required on EVs at low speed) being too quiet or not varying enough in volume between standstill and creeping speeds, due to incorrect body control module / sound system software calibration. Pedestrians — especially those who are blind or have low vision — may not hear the vehicle approaching, increasing the risk of a pedestrian crash. The campaigns span the 2024 model year (25V639000), 2025 (24V925000), and a large ~81,000-vehicle 2025-2026 campaign (25V878000).

    Common Symptoms

    • Little or no exterior warning sound at low speed
    • Inconsistent pedestrian alert volume
    • Vehicle nearly silent when creeping

    How to Fix

    Dealers update the body control module / pedestrian alert sound software (some via over-the-air update) to meet the minimum-sound standard, free of charge under the applicable recall. Owners can check by VIN at NHTSA.gov.

    Typical repair cost:$0 - $0

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    On the 2024-2026 Chevrolet Equinox, the sculpted, ribbed upper dashboard of the redesigned Equinox and the Equinox EV reflects sunlight onto the windshield, producing a bright banded glare across the driver's forward view. It is the most-complained-about defect on the vehicle: visibility/wiper is the single largest NHTSA complaint category for both the 2025 Equinox EV (54 complaints, 38% of all complaints for that model year on CarComplaints) and the 2025 Equinox. Owners describe the glare as severe enough to hide a car in the adjacent lane, mask a pedestrian crossing the road, or be mistaken for a vehicle or deer ahead. The condition is worst in low winter sun and on light-colored interiors. GM acknowledged the condition in bulletin 25-NA-069, 'Windshield Dash Reflection and/or Glare Concerns,' but the prescribed fix is a dash mat, not a redesigned dashboard, and the mat has been on national backorder at dealers.

    Common Symptoms

    • Bright banded reflection of the dashboard across the windshield in sunlight
    • Cannot see vehicles in the adjacent lane or pedestrians ahead in low sun
    • Glare mistaken for an oncoming vehicle or animal
    • Worst in early morning, late afternoon and winter sun

    How to Fix

    Ask the dealer to order the GM dash mat under bulletin 25-NA-069: part 86279931 for vehicles without a head-up display, part 86279932 for vehicles equipped with HUD. Expect a backorder wait; a dark, non-reflective aftermarket dash cover cut for the Equinox achieves the same result in the interim and several are now sold specifically for this vehicle. Avoid light-colored dash protectants and silicone-based interior dressings, which increase specular reflection. File an NHTSA complaint if you have not — the volume of complaints in this category is what drives an agency defect investigation, since a dash mat is a workaround rather than a repair.

    Typical repair cost:$40 - $150

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    On the 2018-2024 Chevrolet Equinox 1.5L Turbo I4 (LYX), 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 report a check-engine light with single- or multi-cylinder misfires that are worst on a cold start, plus a slight loss of power and rougher idle. GM technical document PIP5029E acknowledges misfires caused by 'major carbon build up on the intake and/or exhaust valves.'

    This issue also affects: Buick LeSabre, Buick Park Avenue, Buick Cascada

    Common Symptoms

    • Check engine light with misfire codes
    • Rough or shaky idle, worst on cold start
    • Hesitation/stumble under light acceleration
    • Slight loss of power and fuel economy
    • Occasional stumble that may not always be felt by the driver

    How to Fix

    Confirm with fuel trims and a borescope of the intake valves. The definitive fix is walnut-shell media blasting of the intake ports to physically remove the deposits (typically $300-$600). Top-tier fuel and periodic intake/induction cleaners (e.g., CRC GDI IVD, GM Top Engine Cleaner) slow accumulation but will not fully clear heavy deposits. Address any leaking PCV/oil-separator that is feeding oil vapor into the intake, and keep to shorter oil-change intervals to reduce future buildup.

    Typical repair cost:$300 - $700

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    On the 2018-2024 Chevrolet Equinox, 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-position microswitch inside the transmission-control (shifter) assembly whose contacts/actuator arm wear out and stop sending the correct low-voltage signal to the Body Control Module. It is intermittent at first (often heat- or vibration-related) and progresses to a daily no-start/no-lock condition. GM addressed it through service bulletins (e.g. PIT5616 series) rather than a recall, and the official repair is replacement of the entire shifter assembly because the switch is not sold separately. The same defect affects the platform-mate GMC Terrain and many other 2014-2024 GM models, which is why owner forums are full of it.

    This issue also affects: Chevrolet Corvette

    Common Symptoms

    • "Shift to Park" message displays even though the shifter is in Park
    • Doors will not lock and the key/fob cannot be removed or detected as leaving
    • Vehicle will not restart, thinking it is not in Park
    • Intermittent at first (worse when hot or after a bump), then constant
    • Battery drain because the car never fully powers down / stays awake

    How to Fix

    Confirm the fault by checking for the park-switch signal (a scan tool will show the BCM not seeing Park). The GM-approved fix is to replace the complete automatic-transmission shift-control (shifter) assembly (e.g. GM PN 13540931 on 2022+ Equinox; the microswitch is not serviced separately). Many DIYers instead disassemble the shifter and replace/clean the worn internal microswitch. Apply any BCM update per the applicable PIT bulletin. After replacement, verify the DIC clears and the vehicle locks and restarts normally. Budget ~1-1.5 hours labor plus the assembly; aftermarket complete shifter assemblies are far cheaper than dealer OEM.

    Typical repair cost:$120 - $600

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    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.”

    Campaign #26V11400026/02/2026

    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.

    Campaign #22V72400029/09/2022

    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.

    Campaign #22V92900015/12/2022

    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."

    Campaign #23V33900011/05/2023

    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.

    Campaign #21V61200005/08/2021

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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 2024 Chevrolet Equinox has 12 documented issues. The most frequently reported are: High-Pressure Direct-Injection Fuel Pump Failure Causing Stalling and Limp Mode (1.5L Turbo), Door Striker Fracture — Door Can Open Unexpectedly While Driving (Recall 23V869000), Equinox EV: Vehicle-Control Software Defect Causing Sudden Loss of Propulsion. Of these, 4 are rated critical and should be addressed promptly.

    Is the Chevrolet Equinox reliable?

    The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox has 12 known issues compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 4 issues are rated critical: High-Pressure Direct-Injection Fuel Pump Failure Causing Stalling and Limp Mode (1.5L Turbo) and Door Striker Fracture — Door Can Open Unexpectedly While Driving (Recall 23V869000) and Equinox EV: Vehicle-Control Software Defect Causing Sudden Loss of Propulsion and Telematics (OnStar) Control Module Failure Causing Parasitic Battery Drain and Loss of Automatic Crash Response. 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.

    How much does it cost to fix common Chevrolet Equinox problems?

    Repair costs for known Chevrolet Equinox issues range from $0 to $1,300, depending on the specific problem and whether you choose DIY or professional repair. The most critical issue, High-Pressure Direct-Injection Fuel Pump Failure Causing Stalling and Limp Mode (1.5L Turbo), typically costs $1,000-$1,200 to repair. Au7o provides step-by-step DIY maintenance guides that can help reduce repair costs.

    What is the 2023-2024 Chevrolet Equinox High-Pressure Direct-Injection Fuel Pump Failure Causing Stalling and Limp Mode (1.5L Turbo)?

    Owners of 2023-2024 Equinox models with the 1.5L turbo (LYX) report the engine-mounted high-pressure direct-injection fuel pump failing, often well under 60,000 miles (some as early as 28,000 miles). The pump can no longer maintain rail pressure, so the engine suddenly loses powe… Repairs typically run $1,000-$1,200. Severity: high.

    What is the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox Door Striker Fracture — Door Can Open Unexpectedly While Driving (Recall 23V869000)?

    GM recalled certain 2024 Chevrolet Equinox (gas) vehicles — along with the Blazer, Blazer EV and GMC Terrain — because door strikers supplied by Brano Group A.S. may not have been heat-treated to GM hardness specifications and can fracture. A broken striker can allow a door to op… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.

    What is the 2024-2026 Chevrolet Equinox Equinox EV: Vehicle-Control Software Defect Causing Sudden Loss of Propulsion?

    In early 2026 GM launched a broad recall covering roughly 102,000 Chevrolet Equinox EVs (primarily 2024-2026 model years) over a vehicle-control / propulsion software defect that can cause an unexpected loss of power or loss of propulsion while driving. Related field reports desc… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: high.

    What is the 2024-2026 Chevrolet Equinox Telematics (OnStar) Control Module Failure Causing Parasitic Battery Drain and Loss of Automatic Crash Response?

    The telematics control module — the OnStar unit — fails on a large scale across the redesigned Equinox and the Equinox EV. It is the single largest complaint cluster in NHTSA's electrical-system category for the 2025 Equinox. When the module fails it stops sleeping and continuous… Repairs typically run $0-$900. Severity: high.

    What is the 2024-2026 Chevrolet Equinox Dashboard Reflection and Glare on the Windshield Obscuring Forward Visibility (TSB 25-NA-069)?

    The sculpted, ribbed upper dashboard of the redesigned Equinox and the Equinox EV reflects sunlight onto the windshield, producing a bright banded glare across the driver's forward view. It is the most-complained-about defect on the vehicle: visibility/wiper is the single largest… Repairs typically run $40-$150. Severity: medium.

    What is the 2024-2026 Chevrolet Equinox Phantom Braking — Automatic Emergency Braking Engages Hard With No Obstacle Present?

    Forward-collision avoidance is the second-largest NHTSA complaint category on both the redesigned Equinox and the Equinox EV. Owners report the automatic emergency braking system engaging hard with nothing in front of the vehicle — on open highway, entering shadows or overpasses,… Severity: medium.

    What is the 2018-2024 Chevrolet Equinox Infotainment / MyLink Display Goes Black or Reboots Repeatedly?

    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.

    What is the 2018-2024 Chevrolet Equinox 1.5L Turbo Intake Valve Carbon Buildup Causing Misfires and Rough Cold Start (GDI)?

    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.

    What is the 2018-2024 Chevrolet Equinox Shift-to-Park False Warning From Failing Park-Position Microswitch in Shifter Assembly?

    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.

    What is the 2017-2024 Chevrolet Equinox Windshield Optical Distortion and Easy Cracking (Weak OEM Glass)?

    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.

    What is the 2018-2025 Chevrolet Equinox 1.5L Turbo Fuel Injector Leak Causing Misfire, Fuel Odor and Rough Running?

    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.

    What is the 2024-2026 Chevrolet Equinox Equinox EV: Pedestrian Alert Sound Too Quiet at Low Speeds (Recalls 24V925000 / 25V639000 / 25V878000)?

    Multiple recalls address the Equinox EV's exterior pedestrian warning sound (required on EVs at low speed) being too quiet or not varying enough in volume between standstill and creeping speeds, due to incorrect body control module / sound system software calibration. Pedestrians… Repairs typically run $0-$0. Severity: low.

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