2019 Chevrolet Equinox Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2019 Chevrolet Equinox has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 310 complaints with NHTSA, including 23 crashes, 7 fires, 9 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (101 reports).

4Recalls
310Owner complaints
23Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2019 Chevrolet Equinox recalls

Missing Transmission Bolts Can Cause Oil Leaks, Fire Risk

Recall 20V668Oct 29, 2020194,105 vehicles affected

Some vehicles may have missing bolts on the start/stop transmission accumulator endcap.

Fuel Tank Seam Can Leak, Raising Fire Risk

Recall 19V667Sep 19, 2019301 vehicles affected

Some tanks in these vehicles may have been made with a seam that was not sealed properly.

Rear-Right Seat Welds May Fail in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk

Recall 19V184Mar 7, 2019120 vehicles affected

The rear-right seat may have insufficient welds on the head-restraint bracket.

Rear brake caliper pistons may form gas pockets, reducing braking

Recall 18V576Aug 30, 2018210,628 vehicles affected

The rear brake caliper pistons on these vehicles may have an insufficient coating.

Most common 2019 Chevrolet Equinox problems

Problem areas named in the 310 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine101
Service Brakes72
Electrical System45
Fuel/Propulsion System43
Unknown Or Other38
Power Train37
Service Brakes, Hydraulic13
Vehicle Speed Control12
Air Bags11
Steering9

What owners report

2026-10-26, Unknown Or Other
The vehicle intermittently loses motive power. After stopping, the engine revs when I press the accelerator, but the vehicle does not move. It only moves again after I turn the vehicle off and restart it. No warning lights appear when this happens. This defect could leave me stranded in traffic or unable to clear an intersection, creating a serious safety risk. Auto Plus identified a transmission problem and told me that a transmission bolt is missing. I previously reported the stalling and loss-of-power issue to General Motors, but I was told that nothing was wrong. My VIN is not included in the applicable transmission recall\. Please document and investigate this complaint to determine w
2026-10-25, Service Brakes
I had just come back from [XXX]. I just gotten off the highway was turning to go home went to break and I could not depress the break on my dashboard. It said brake assistant failure or brake assistance. Something I was 2 miles from home. I had two babies in the car. I had to drive it 2 mph because it was after dark and there was no way to get anybody out there to get me home or to tow it anywhere. It was the most terrifying experience in my life had this happened on the highway we would’ve been dead. Prior to this there have been no issues with my breaking. My brakes are in good shape. There is some kind of failure in this car. My engine check engine light came on the brake assistant ligh
2026-10-24, Service Brakes
My 2019 Chevrolet Equinox has experienced repeated engine and transmission problems despite multiple repair attempts. I spent approximately $10,000 on a new transmission, but the vehicle still runs but will not move. These recurring failures raise serious safety concerns. The exact cause is UNKNOWN, and repair records may be available for inspection.
2026-10-23, Engine
The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The check engine warning light was illuminated, and the message "Reduced Speed" was displayed. The dealer was contacted, and a diagnostic test was scheduled. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact associated the failure with Product Emission Recall : N192271200. The failure mileage was 90,000.
2026-10-19, Fuel/Propulsion System
•Vehicle: 2019 Chevrolet Equinox •Speed: Approximately 70 mph •Warning displayed: "Vehicle Power Reduced" •Vehicle reduced speed to approximately 30 mph •Vehicle would not accelerate •Safety risk: Exposure to high-speed traffic and possible rear-end collision •Dealer stated VIN is not covered by any recall •Symptoms appear consistent with those described in GM Campaign N192271200 / N192266090

2019 Chevrolet Equinox questions

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox: Missing Transmission Bolts Can Cause Oil Leaks, Fire Risk; Fuel Tank Seam Can Leak, Raising Fire Risk; Rear-Right Seat Welds May Fail in a Crash, Raising Injury Risk; Rear brake caliper pistons may form gas pockets, reducing braking. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?

Based on 310 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (101), Service Brakes (72), Electrical System (45).

How do I check if a recall on my 2019 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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