2017 Chevrolet Equinox Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2017 Chevrolet Equinox recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox.

Most common 2017 Chevrolet Equinox problems

Problem areas named in the 276 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Engine	180
Unknown Or Other	37
Power Train	32
Fuel/Propulsion System	21
Air Bags	19
Electrical System	19
Engine And Engine Cooling	16
Visibility/Wiper	11
Vehicle Speed Control	7
Service Brakes	7

What owners report

2026-10-07, Engine
I own a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox with a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and approximately 50,000 miles. The vehicle suddenly stopped starting without any prior warning signs, unusual noises, or dashboard warnings indicating a serious mechanical problem. After the vehicle was inspected by a mechanic, I was told that the timing chain had failed, causing the engine to lose proper timing and resulting in internal engine damage, including damage to the pistons and other engine components. I am concerned that such a serious failure occurred at approximately 50,000 miles and without any advance warning. The vehicle has had normal, limited use, mainly for taking my children to school and driving to work, whi

2026-10-03, Fuel/Propulsion System
I have replaced the fuel pump on this vehicle three times. The last time was done the first week of August. It’s the first week of October and it’s going out again.

2026-10-02, Engine
ENGINE OIL MESSAGE SYSTEM FAILED. Vehicle available for inspection upon request. PERSONAL SAFETY and SAFETY of PASSENGER and OTHERS AT RISK due to driving car with no to little oil burning oil presents loss of control of vehicle while operating. PROBLEM CONFIRMED by Independent Insurance Servicer. VEHICLE COMPONENT INSPECTED by Certified Manufacturer Dealership Service Department. SYMPTOMS of burning oil mid-late August 2026 SYMPTOMS of stalling shaking loud rattling from engine SEPTEMBER 25, 2026 ENGINE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP appeared SEPTEMBER 25, 2026

2026-09-24, Unknown Or Other
It consumes the whole tank of oil within 6 days and then damages the entire engine.

2026-09-04, Electrical System
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The vehicle was a private sale from Facebook Marketplace. The mileage was 98,776 miles on 1/5/26. The contact had decided that a larger vehicle was needed and brought the vehicle to the dealer to trade it. The contact received a Carfax report from the dealer indicating an odometer discrepancy. The report indicated that the third owner had rolled back the odometer and that the actual mileage was 111,112. The contact stated that the private seller from whom the vehicle was purchased believed there was only one other owner, but after research, found that there were three prior owners before him, making the contact the 5th owner. Th

2017 Chevrolet Equinox questions

Does the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox?

Based on 276 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (180), Unknown Or Other (37), Power Train (32).

How do I check if a recall on my 2017 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.