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2024 Chevrolet Equinox Problems

What owners have reported about the 2024 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 2024 Chevrolet Equinox a good year?

It's one of the better years for the Equinox. Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA, the 18th most of 19 Equinox model years. The most reported problems involve the fuel system, electrical system and engine.

79 complaints 1 recall, 1 crash risk 18th worst of 19 Equinox years

Top 2024 Chevrolet Equinox problems

1

Fuel system problems

24 complaints (30%) name the fuel system.

Complaints 24 · Usually at 10,000–10,000 miles

2

Electrical problems

17 complaints (22%) name the electrical system, most often the traction battery.

Complaints 17 · Usually at 9,000–17,000 miles

3

Engine problems

15 complaints (19%) name the engine.

Complaints 15 · Usually at 10,000–10,000 miles

4

Brake problems

13 complaints (17%) name the brakes.

Complaints 13 · Usually at 1,000–2,000 miles

Which parts fail most

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

Fuel System 30%
Electrical 22%
Engine 19%
Brakes 17%
Unknown or Other 14%
Transmission 14%
Emergency Braking 13%
Acceleration 9%
Wipers and Visibility 8%
Steering 5%

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (11 of 79). The amber line is the middle value, about 10,000 miles.

When problems were reported

Complaints by the year the problem happened.

2024 Chevrolet Equinox recalls

Door strikers can fracture and open doors

Crash risk

The metal parts that hold each door closed, called door strikers, can crack or break. If that happens while driving, a door can fly open, raising the risk of injury or a crash.

Fix: A dealer will replace all four door strikers and their attaching bolts at no cost to you.

Recall 23V869000 · Dec 2023
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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

Common questions

Is the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox a reliable year?

It's one of the better years for the Equinox. Owners have filed 79 complaints with NHTSA, the 18th most of 19 Equinox model years. The most reported problems involve the fuel system, electrical system and engine.

What are the most common 2024 Chevrolet Equinox problems?

Owners most often report problems with the fuel system, electrical system, engine and brakes. 24 complaints (30%) name the fuel system.

At what mileage do 2024 Chevrolet Equinox fuel system problems start?

Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 10,000–10,000 miles, with a middle value near 10,000 miles.

How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox have?

1. Door strikers can fracture and open doors (23V869000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Should I buy a used 2024 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.