CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has no safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 370 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 1 fire, 12 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (112 reports).
2008 Chevrolet Equinox recalls
No safety recalls on file for the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Most common 2008 Chevrolet Equinox problems
Problem areas named in the 370 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Air Bags | 112 |
| Electrical System | 66 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 46 |
| Steering | 44 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 39 |
| Structure | 34 |
| Engine | 27 |
| Exterior Lighting | 22 |
| Unknown Or Other | 18 |
| Latches/Locks/Linkages | 18 |
What owners report
Problem with transmission not shifting properly. Also, the subframe is rusting out because water from the air conditioning unit falls directly on the subframe at that point both are safety hazards My service provider told me about the subframe rusting when I had my oil changed and why it was rusting and I have my transmission checked by a transmission specialist and the oil changed at that point in time
Head gasket failure as well as intake manifold
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that there was an abnormally strong fuel odor on the outside of the vehicle and the odor was entering into the cabin of the vehicle. The contact noticed that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 182,000.
Door locks they do not like to unlock lock, they will go halfway and get stuck and then I canât get into my car
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while starting the vehicle and allowing the vehicle to idle for a minute or two, the contact started smelling an abnormally strong gasoline odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated an orange-colored engine symbol was illuminated. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the gasoline odor inside the cabin of the vehicle was constant. The contact became aware that there was a small puddle of fuel on the passenger side rear tire underneath the vehicle. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approx
2008 Chevrolet Equinox questions
Does the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox at this time.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox?
Based on 370 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (112), Electrical System (66), Electronic Stability Control (Esc) (46).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Chevrolet Equinox has been fixed?
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