2022 Chevrolet Equinox Problems

What owners have reported about the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

Is the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox a good year?

It's one of the better years for the Equinox. Owners have filed 183 complaints with NHTSA, the 14th most of 19 Equinox model years. The most reported problems involve the fuel system, engine and electrical system.

183 complaints 6 recalls, 2 crash risk 14th worst of 19 Equinox years

Which parts fail most

Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.

Fuel System 61%

Engine 17%

Electrical 12%

Unknown or Other 8%

Transmission 7%

Brakes 4%

Lane Assist 4%

Emergency Braking 3%

Steering 3%

Backup Camera 3%

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (42 of 183). The amber line is the middle value, about 17,000 miles.

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When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2022 Chevrolet Equinox recalls

Software

Incorrect software in the transmission control module (TCM) may result in harsh shifting, reduced power, unintended deceleration, rear wheel lockup, or cause the vehicle to move in an unintended direction. Rear wheel lock-up or moving in an unintended direction can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the transmission control module software calibration, free of charge.

Recall 24V839000 · Nov 2024

Child seat anchors may not fit properly

Injury risk

Excess paint on the rear seat LATCH anchor bars can keep a child seat from attaching to them, so the seat may not be secured in a crash. This is a child safety problem and the vehicles do not meet federal child seat anchorage standards.

Fix: Until the repair is done, install child seats with the rear seat belts; the dealer will inspect the anchor bars and refinish them as needed at no cost to you.

Recall 23V339000 · May 2023

Fuel pump may cause engine stalling

Can stall

The fuel pump module may not reliably supply enough fuel to the engine, which can make the engine stall. A sudden stall increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: The dealer will replace the fuel pump module at no cost to you.

Recall 23V013000 · Jan 2023

Driver seat bolt may be loose or stripped

Injury risk

The bolt that holds the driver's seat height adjuster to the seat frame can be stripped or loose. A seat in that condition may not hold the driver properly in a crash, which raises the risk of injury.

Fix: The dealer will inspect your driver's seat and replace the seat cushion frame if needed, at no cost to you.

Recall 22V724000 · Sep 2022

Driver seat frame may have weak weld

Crash risk

The driver's seat frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt mechanism. In a crash, the seat may not hold the driver properly, raising the chance of injury.

Fix: The dealer will inspect the driver's seat and replace the cushion frame if needed, at no cost to you.

Recall 22V359000 · May 2022

Tires may separate tread, causing crashes

Crash risk

Some tires may have been made with too little curing agent, so the tread can separate from the tire while driving. If that happens, the driver can lose control of the vehicle and crash.

Fix: The dealer will check the tire DOT numbers and replace any affected tires free of charge.

Recall 21V612000 · Aug 2021

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Equinox years to avoid

Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.

2010 Equinox 784

2011 Equinox 782

2013 Equinox 751

2012 Equinox 685

2015 Equinox 680

2014 Equinox 548

2018 Equinox 409

2016 Equinox 398

2008 Equinox 370

2020 Equinox 314

2019 Equinox 305

2017 Equinox 276

2025 Equinox 233

2022 Equinox 183

2021 Equinox 99

2023 Equinox 98

2009 Equinox 94

2024 Equinox 79

2026 Equinox 72

2022 Chevrolet Equinox problems by system

Fuel System (112)

Common questions

Is the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox a reliable year?

What are the most common 2022 Chevrolet Equinox problems?

Owners most often report problems with the fuel system, engine, electrical system and transmission. 112 complaints (61%) name the fuel system, most often the throttlebody / manifold and fuel pump.

At what mileage do 2022 Chevrolet Equinox fuel system problems start?

Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 7,000–40,000 miles, with a middle value near 18,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox have?

6. Software (24V839000); Child seat anchors may not fit properly (23V339000); Fuel pump may cause engine stalling (23V013000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Should I buy a used 2022 Chevrolet Equinox?

Ask for service records covering the fuel system, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2026, 2024 and 2009 models, which have the fewest complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.