2023 Chevrolet Equinox: recalls and problems
3 recalls and 95 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system.
Most common problems
What owners report
**nhtsa complaint summary: 2023 chevrolet equinox warranty & safety failure** * **first stall & initial negligence:** after a factory engine replacement, the vehicle suffered a fuel system failure. castle rock chevrolet falsely claimed it was repaired, leading to a catastrophic stall on a high-speed highway with raw gasoline and burning plastic odors. * **second stall & false diagnosis:** following a tow, the de
The ongoing issues with my 2023 chevrolet equinox, vin [xxx], which i have brought to your dealership multiple times for the same unresolved problem. i was told three separate times that the engine light was fixed. i checked the vehicle today, and the engine light is still on. i was misled three times. since purchasing this vehicle, i have not been able to drive it. instead, i have spent the last four weeks repeated
The vehicle is experiencing repeated, sudden engine stalling while driving at speed, creating an immediate risk of a severe traffic collision. in march 2025, the fuel pump failed and was replaced by an independent mechanic, who later had to clear a system clog in august 2025 after a second stall. in august 2026, the dealership replaced the fuel pump under an official nhtsa safety recall. within days of receiving the
From the very first day of purchase, the vehicle displayed a check‑engine light, which i immediately pointed out to your salesperson. my concerns were dismissed, and i was assured that it was “not a big deal,” despite the fact that the issue was clearly present at the time of sale. since then, i have spent substantial time and money attempting to resolve the vehicle’s defects. a mechanic spent six hours diagnosing a
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD | ||||
| 2023 Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Equinox. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.