Verdict
2024 Chevrolet Equinox: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
More reported complaints than most SUV.
Owners filed 172 NHTSA complaints — more complaints than 91% of 2024 SUVs. Visibility/Wiper leads the reports (33%). 1 safety recall campaign on record — check the VIN and remedy terms with a dealer.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2024 SUVs, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
172
Reports to NHTSA, 2024
Safety recalls
1
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
62
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
More complaints than 91% of 2024 SUVs
The bar is this car's percentile among 2024 SUVs by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Visibility/Wiper issues lead owner complaints (33% of 172 reports), followed by unknown or other (12%).
+ 12 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 172 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11688605, ODI 11688252, ODI 11674282, ODI 11667560, ODI 11660250.
Recalls(1)
Open a recall to read what NHTSA says is wrong, what can happen, and how it gets fixed. Check the VIN and remedy eligibility with a dealer; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though a manufacturer may offer more coverage.
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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.
Risk: A door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232429911.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2024 Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
2024 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
- Rollover
- Not rated
Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equinox EV FWD | — | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 117 | 99 | 108 |
| Equinox EV AWD | — | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (A1) | 101 | 90 | 96 |
| Equinox FWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | Front-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 26 | 31 | 28 |
| Equinox AWD | 1.5L 4-cyl | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 24 | 30 | 26 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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"Fewest reports" and "most complained" describe raw NHTSA complaint totals, not vehicle reliability. The last few model years are left unlabelled because they have had less road time.
2024 Chevrolet Equinox: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox?
Owners filed 172 NHTSA complaints about the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox — more complaints than 91% of comparable 2024 SUVs, so it sits toward the weaker end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox?
The most-reported problem areas are Visibility/Wiper (33% of complaints) and unknown or other (12%).
How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox have?
1 recall has been issued that affect the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox, covering components such as structure. Check the VIN with NHTSA and ask a dealer to confirm remedy eligibility; federal no-charge requirements have an age limit, though manufacturers may offer more coverage.
What gas mileage does the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox get?
The EPA rates the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox between 26 and 108 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.