The Lemon Index2017 Chevrolet Equinox.
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 46 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 15, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 0 recalls, and it gets 18 to 25 mpg combined. It's the best Chevrolet Equinox year we track.
One of the most reliable. 6.7× fewer complaints than average.
Worst year 2005
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
Fixes owners look up most.
From 100 YouTube videos about the 2010–2017 Chevy Equinox, 12.3M views. The 2017 is the same generation.
- Infotainment, battery & electrical924K views
How to Replace a Battery 2010 to 2017 Chevrolet EquinoxJohn C RV · 296K views · 8 videos - Gauges, lights & wiring637K views
2014 Chevy equinox headlight bulb replacement WITHOUT REMOVING BUMPER!!!GEARHEADS & WOODWORKS · 294K views · 4 videos - Heat, A/C & blend door625K views
How To ReCharge AC Chevy Equinox DIY 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017Dirt Road Auto Repair · 229K views · 7 videos - Intake, EGR & engine sensors472K views
Reduced Power Fix 2011 Chevy Equinox - Throttle body replacementMark · 148K views · 4 videos
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- No-start: theft light, key & ignition434K views
solved : No start 2010 Equinox. Loose ground wireNashville Native · 434K views - Oil dilution & oil burning409K views
2011 Equinox Excessive Oil ConsumptionWood Anthology- A Wood Turners Story · 317K views · 2 videos - Steering & suspension395K views
How to Replace Control Arm 2010-2017 Chevrolet EquinoxTRQ · 143K views · 4 videos - Oil changes & service392K views
2014-2018 chevrolet equinox how to reset tpms fastCorsa Auto Repair & Sales Inc · 156K views · 4 videos
Before you buy, watch
Top 5 Problems: Chevy Equinox SUV Second Generation 2010-171A Auto: Repair Tips & Secrets Only Mechanics Know · 639K views
The Top 5 Problems with Chevy Equinox (2nd Generation 2010 - 2017)Alex The Car Doctor · 375K views
Top Common Engine Problems 2010-2017 Chevy Equinox SUV1A Auto: Repair Tips & Secrets Only Mechanics Know · 269K viewsViews show how many people looked up each fix, not how often it breaks. Videos belong to their creators; we link to them.
How serious. Out of 276 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Chevrolet Equinox year. 2017 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 35K to 96K miles on the car (92 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
- engine complaints mostly came at 63K–95K miles
Recalls 0
No safety recalls on record.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2550–3550 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
Quick answers
Is the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 6.7× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 15; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2017 Chevrolet Equinox problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (26%), airbags (13%) and electrical (11%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox have?
None: NHTSA has no safety recalls on record for it.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox get?
18 to 25 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2017 Chevrolet Equinox problems start?
Half of the owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 35,200 and 96,000 miles. The middle report was at 68,000 miles, from 92 complaints.
Does the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 11% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox cost in fuel a year?
About $2550 to $3550 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox have?
2.4L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works