2025 Chevrolet Equinox Problems
What owners have reported about the 2025 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 2025 Chevrolet Equinox a good year?
It's one of the better years for the Equinox. Owners have filed 233 complaints with NHTSA, the 13th most of 19 Equinox model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, transmission and emergency braking system.
233 complaints 0 recalls 13th worst of 19 Equinox years
Top 2025 Chevrolet Equinox problems
Electrical problems
78 complaints (34%) name the electrical system, most often the speedometer / odometer.
Transmission problems
35 complaints (15%) name the transmission.
Emergency braking problems
34 complaints (15%) name the emergency braking system, most often the automatic emergency braking and warnings.
Wiper and visibility problems
30 complaints (13%) name the wipers and visibility, most often the sun / moon roof assembly.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (27 of 233). The amber line is the middle value, about 8,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2025 Chevrolet Equinox recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox.
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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.
Common questions
Is the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox a reliable year?
It's one of the better years for the Equinox. Owners have filed 233 complaints with NHTSA, the 13th most of 19 Equinox model years. The most reported problems involve the electrical system, transmission and emergency braking system.
What are the most common 2025 Chevrolet Equinox problems?
Owners most often report problems with the electrical system, transmission, emergency braking system and wipers and visibility. 78 complaints (34%) name the electrical system, most often the speedometer / odometer.
At what mileage do 2025 Chevrolet Equinox electrical system problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 1,000–11,000 miles, with a middle value near 4,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2025 Chevrolet Equinox have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest.
Should I buy a used 2025 Chevrolet Equinox?
Ask for service records covering the electrical system 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.