Chevrolet Equinox 2021 recalls, problems, complaints and safety

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Chevrolet Equinox 2021 and 97 complaints filed by owners. It has 59% fewer complaints than the average Chevrolet Equinox from 2016–2025 (238 per year).

These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.

Recalls issued for the Chevrolet Equinox 2021

Child seat anchors
NHTSA campaign 23V339000 · 2023-05-11

What happens

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."

Consequence

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.

Remedy

Owners are advised to install child seats using the vehicle's rear seat belts until the remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect the latch anchorage bars, and remove and replace the finish, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232403240.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 23V339000

Fuel system
NHTSA campaign 23V013000 · 2023-01-19

What happens

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.

Consequence

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222372310.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 23V013000

Tires
NHTSA campaign 21V612000 · 2021-08-05

What happens

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.

Consequence

Tread separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the tire DOT numbers, and replace any affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782; and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212343560.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 21V612000

Seat belts
NHTSA campaign 20V811000 · 2020-12-23

What happens

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.

Consequence

If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202322230.

The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.

NHTSA 20V811000

Complaints from other owners

97 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.

6 with a crash · 5 injuries

Most reported problems on the Chevrolet Equinox 2021

• Fuel and propulsion: 18 (19% of complaints)
• Electrical system: 17 (18% of complaints)
• Powertrain and transmission: 17 (18% of complaints)
• Engine: 16 (16% of complaints)
• Brakes: 7 (7% of complaints)

Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.

What to check before buying a Chevrolet Equinox 2021

• Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
• Check for loss of power, stalling or uneven acceleration on the test drive.
• Test lights, windows, locks, the screen and dashboard warning lights; have trouble codes scanned.
• On the test drive, check for smooth shifts with no jerks, slipping or noises; check the transmission fluid condition.
• Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.

Safety rating (NCAP)

Chevrolet Equinox recalls by year

• 2016 : 1 recalls · 398 complaints
• 2017 : 0 recalls · 276 complaints
• 2018 : 5 recalls · 409 complaints
• 2019 : 4 recalls · 304 complaints
• 2020 : 4 recalls · 311 complaints
• 2021 : 4 recalls · 97 complaints
• 2022 : 5 recalls · 177 complaints
• 2023 : 3 recalls · 96 complaints
• 2024 : 1 recalls · 79 complaints
• 2025 : 0 recalls · 232 complaints

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the Chevrolet Equinox 2021 have?

NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls issued for the Chevrolet Equinox 2021. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.

What is the most common problem with the Chevrolet Equinox 2021?

In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: fuel and propulsion (18 of 97 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.