2007 Chevrolet Equinox Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 685 complaints with NHTSA, including 11 crashes, 6 fires, 17 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (156 reports).

4Recalls
685Owner complaints
11Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2007 Chevrolet Equinox recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Recall 12V459Sep 19, 201249,768 vehicles affected

Air Bags

Recall 07V520Nov 7, 200757,100 vehicles affected

Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive

Recall 07V344Aug 7, 2007437 vehicles affected

Visibility:Windshield

Recall 07V242Jun 13, 20076,213 vehicles affected

Most common 2007 Chevrolet Equinox problems

Problem areas named in the 685 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel/Propulsion System156
Air Bags149
Electrical System104
Fuel System, Gasoline98
Steering78
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)62
Structure37
Engine37
Power Train31
Unknown Or Other25

What owners report

2026-06-11, Electrical System
started with a broken key, the security system passlock lll+ left me stranded in winter. I got it working temporarily after finding the other part of the key. put it in ignition and then the other half to get it started but didn't always start. apparently this is common on Chevy vehicles.
2024-07-25, Steering
While driving the power steering stopped working. I could still steer manual but was very hard. The service stability light came on. I pulled over to the side of the road turned car off then back on and still wouldn’t work. I decided to drive home with no power steering. Took to a local mechanic and he found that there is a TSB for this issue but is having challenges following the TSB. Due to he needs a “tech2” scanner. He thinks he found a workaround but that web site was down. He still has car and will resume today
2023-11-10, Air Bags
Dashboard shows service passenger air bag. Yes available for inspection Passenger safety at risk. Not confirmed by dealer Has not been inspected
2023-10-16, Electrical System
The ECM in my vehicle appears to have an intermittent failure that can cause it to send the vehicle into WOT at any time at random. I was stopped at a traffic signal. It turned green, I let off the brake and my vehicle learched forward for a second, and then, all of a sudden launched into and hit the vehicle in front of me. I tried to push down the brakes, but they were too stiff, and, no, my foot did not even get a chance to press the gas yet. There was only minor damage to my vehicle, however, the situation was extremely scary. I have since changed out the ECM and have had no issues since. I have seen this issue once before on a similar vehicle, except, what happened with that is the vehic
2023-01-14, Structure
Front frame rusted out beneath the engine cradle Engine lost support Loud noises when turning wheels or going over bumps Had welding shop cut out rust and weld in new frame areas

2007 Chevrolet Equinox questions

Does the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox: Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump; Air Bags; Air Bags:Frontal:Sensor/Control Module-Inactive; Visibility:Windshield. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox?

Based on 685 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (156), Air Bags (149), Electrical System (104).

How do I check if a recall on my 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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