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2024 Chevrolet Equinox.

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is so far one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 80 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 44, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about fuel or ev drive system, and it has 1 recall. The best Chevrolet Equinox year is 2017.

Early read

44Lemon Index · 100 = average car

Early read: one of the most reliable. 2.3× fewer complaints than average.

Best year 2017 · Worst year 2005

Chevrolet Equinox
Photo shows a 2018 Chevrolet Equinox. Kevauto, Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0 · background removed

Before you buy. What matters most for this car.

Most common problemFuel or ev drive system29% of owner complaintsRecalls1Free fix at any dealerBetter year to buy20176.7× fewer complaints than averageRepair notes from Chevy383Ask a seller if they were done
Owner complaints80first 3 years
Fuel economy26–108 MPGecombined, EPA
Crash test★★★★★NHTSA overall

Fixes owners look up most.

From 100 YouTube videos about the 2018–2024 Chevy Equinox, 9.4M views. The 2024 is the same generation.

  1. Infotainment, battery & electrical625K views
    Chevrolet Equinox Key Fob Battery Replacement (2018 - 2021)Chevrolet Equinox Key Fob Battery Replacement (2018 - 2021)FobBattery · 346K views · 5 videos
  2. Heat, A/C & blend door411K views
    2018 - 2021 Chevy Equinox Cabin Air Filter - How To Remove Replace Change Location Chevrolet DIY2018 - 2021 Chevy Equinox Cabin Air Filter - How To Remove Replace Change Location Chevrolet DIYPYR Automotive · 261K views · 3 videos
  3. Oil changes & service156K views
    2014-2018 chevrolet equinox how to reset tpms fast2014-2018 chevrolet equinox how to reset tpms fastCorsa Auto Repair & Sales Inc · 156K views
  4. No-start: theft light, key & ignition155K views
    UNFIXABLE: Crank No Start 2019 Chevy Equinox *Only 60,000 Miles*UNFIXABLE: Crank No Start 2019 Chevy Equinox *Only 60,000 Miles*WatchJRGo · 118K views · 2 videos
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  1. Transmission & shifter55K views
    2018-2025 CHEVY EQUINOX 1.5L Turbo - Drain and fill Bad Transmission Fluid2018-2025 CHEVY EQUINOX 1.5L Turbo - Drain and fill Bad Transmission FluidPro Tips Plus · 55K views
  2. Fuel pump, filter & tank46K views
    2018 Chevy Equinox Fuel Injector Replacement - Complete Instructions2018 Chevy Equinox Fuel Injector Replacement - Complete InstructionsDavid Stumph · 46K views
  3. Oil dilution & oil burning36K views
    2019 Chevy Equinox LS 1.5 Turbo EcoTec Oil Consumption Problem Burning oil Not Leaking it.2019 Chevy Equinox LS 1.5 Turbo EcoTec Oil Consumption Problem Burning oil Not Leaking it.Al Young Cuda · 36K views

Before you buy, watch

Pick or Pass? | Should You Buy a Used 2018–2024 Chevy Equinox?Pick or Pass? | Should You Buy a Used 2018–2024 Chevy Equinox?CarMax · 72K viewsTop 5 Problems Chevrolet Equinox SUV 2018-2024 3rd GenerationTop 5 Problems Chevrolet Equinox SUV 2018-2024 3rd Generation1A Auto: Repair Tips & Secrets Only Mechanics Know · 57K viewsGMC Terrain vs. Chevrolet Equinox Which one should you buy? | Full SUV Comparison 2023"GMC Terrain vs. Chevrolet Equinox Which one should you buy? | Full SUV Comparison 2023"Cars Unlocked · 38K views

Views 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 80 owner complaints, owners reported:

5crashes
3injuries
1fires
8tows
383 repair notes from Chevy
Early read. The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox hasn't finished its 3-year window yet. This counts every owner complaint filed so far (through October 2026) and compares it with other 2024 cars, which have had the same time on the road. It can change as more owners file.

Every Chevrolet Equinox year. 2024 is highlighted. Lower is better.

20051131.1× the complaints2006100about average2007105about average2008621.6× fewer complaints2009–few complaints2010841.2× fewer complaints2011761.3× fewer complaints2012442.3× fewer complaints2013541.9× fewer complaints2014323.1× fewer complaints2015452.2× fewer complaints2016333× fewer complaints2017156.7× fewer complaints2018541.9× fewer complaints2019392.6× fewer complaints2020492× fewer complaints2021263.8× fewer complaints2022521.9× fewer complaints202338early read · 2.6× fewer complaints202444early read · 2.3× fewer complaints2025141early read · 1.4× the complaints

What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.

fuel or ev drive system29%
electrical21%
engine18%
automatic emergency braking15%
brakes14%

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.

Transmission problems in every Chevrolet Equinox year →

When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.

half by 13K
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Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 9K to 23K miles on the car (12 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.

Recalls 1

  • body structure 2023

    The door strikers may fracture, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly.

Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.

Check a VIN for open recalls

Safety

Stability controlStandard
Collision warningStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
NHTSA front crash test of the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox
Front crash test · NHTSA
Crash test details
VersionOverallFrontSideRollover
Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWDnot ratednot ratednot ratednot rated
Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWDnot ratednot ratednot ratednot rated
Chevrolet Equinox EV SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
Chevrolet Equinox EV SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
Fuel cost and engines

About $700–2450 a year in electricity (EPA estimate).

In owners' words

the fuel pump control module failed at 22,016 miles on a basically NEW vehicle, with SUPPOSEDLY COVERED 36,000 mile manufacturer warranty!?

2024 Chevrolet Equinox owner · NHTSA complaint 11764341
More owner reports

In my 2024 chevy equinox after about 4months of ownership, our car is no longer blowing cold air and or blowing out enough air flow. It has only gotten worst.

NHTSA complaint 11593218

Quick answers

Is the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?

It's too early to be sure. So far it has drawn 2.3× fewer complaints than average per car sold, against other 2024 cars after the same time on the road (early Lemon Index 44; 100 is average). The best Chevrolet Equinox year by this measure is 2017.

What are the most common 2024 Chevrolet Equinox problems?

In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are fuel or ev drive system (29%), electrical (21%) and engine (18%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.

How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox have?

1 safety recall (latest: body structure). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Is the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox safe?

NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.

Does the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox have transmission problems?

Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.

How much does the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox cost in fuel a year?

About $700 to $2450 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.

What Chevrolet Equinox year is better than the 2024?

By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2017, 2021 and 2014.

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

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