2012 Chevrolet Equinox Engine Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are engine problems on the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox?
361 owners have reported engine problems on the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox, 53% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 67,000–112,000 miles. No recall covers this problem.
361 complaints 53% of all 2012 complaints 89,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (247 of 361). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Engine complaints by the year the problem happened.
Engine complaints by Equinox year
Related recalls
No recall covers engine problems on the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. See all 3 recalls for this year.
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Other 2012 Chevrolet Equinox problems
Common questions
What are common 2012 Chevrolet Equinox engine problems?
Complaints most often name the catalytic convertor, manifold / header / muffler / tail pipe and crankcase (PCV).
At what mileage do 2012 Chevrolet Equinox engine problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 67,000–112,000 miles. The middle value is about 89,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2012 Chevrolet Equinox engine problems?
NHTSA lists no recall for this problem on the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. If you have the problem, file a complaint at nhtsa.gov so it is counted.
Which Equinox year has the most engine complaints?
The 2013 Equinox, with 420 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.