2010 Chevrolet Equinox Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2010 Chevrolet Equinox has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 784 complaints with NHTSA, including 15 crashes, 9 fires, 23 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (271 reports).

3Recalls
784Owner complaints
15Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2010 Chevrolet Equinox recalls

Key Can Be Removed Before Park Is Engaged, Risking Rollaway

Recall 16V502Jul 5, 20168,367 vehicles affected

The electronic park lock lever on these vehicles may allow the ignition key to be removed while the transmission is not in PARK.

Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust

Recall 14V447Jul 23, 2014414,333 vehicles affected

Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System

Recall 09V489Dec 23, 200959,031 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 Chevrolet Equinox problems

Problem areas named in the 784 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine271
Power Train182
Visibility/Wiper132
Electrical System82
Air Bags58
Unknown Or Other52
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)49
Steering44
Engine And Engine Cooling33
Vehicle Speed Control32

What owners report

2026-03-27, Engine
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer for Technical Service Bulletin TSB #: 19-NA-065. While driving at 15 MPH, the vehicle lunged forward; the driver was able to pull over. While attempting to restart the vehicle, it suddenly caught fire. No warning lights were illuminated prior to the failure. AAA was called, and the vehicle was towed to her residence. The occupant called 911, and the fire department was able to extinguish the fire. There were no reported injuries. The local dealer was called, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage
2026-03-26, Fuel System, Gasoline
The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light or stop sign, the vehicle experienced severely rough idling before it stalled. The contact believed that the high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) was the cause of the failure. The dealer was notified of the failure; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 152,000.
2026-03-21, Power Train
Vehicle looses power and can very easily cause a bad wreck I've replaced multiple thing and it still does it I'm not sure what it is possibly the timing or something to do with camshaft
2025-10-03, Vehicle Speed Control
TCM shift issues
2025-07-01, Visibility
Windshield wipers mechanism popped on my Chevy equinox.

2010 Chevrolet Equinox questions

Does the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox: Key Can Be Removed Before Park Is Engaged, Risking Rollaway; Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust; Visibility:Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox?

Based on 784 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (271), Power Train (182), Visibility/Wiper (132).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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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