CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Chevrolet Equinox has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 100 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (20 reports).
2021 Chevrolet Equinox recalls
Child seat LATCH anchors may not fit, risking loose car seats
Excess powder coating on the rear-seat lower LATCH anchorage bars can prevent a child seat from being attached to them.
Fuel Pump Module May Cause Engine Stall
The fuel pump control module in certain vehicles may not consistently deliver enough fuel to the engine.
Tires May Separate, Risking Loss of Vehicle Control
Certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles are equipped with Hankook tires that may have been manufactured with an insufficient amount of curative agent.
Seat Belts May Not Be Securely Attached, Raising Crash Injury Risk
Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more points where the seat belts attach to the vehicle.
Most common 2021 Chevrolet Equinox problems
Problem areas named in the 100 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 20 |
| Electrical System | 18 |
| Unknown Or Other | 17 |
| Power Train | 17 |
| Engine | 16 |
| Service Brakes | 8 |
| Structure | 5 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 |
| Steering | 4 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
What owners report
Vehicle engine "sputtered" last night on the roadway, made it home then car would not restart. Repair engine light warning came on at time vehicle engine "sputtered". Vehicle will be at Dyer Chevrolet in Vero Beach, Florida on 10/19/2026. Fuel pump module is not providing fuel to engine resulting in engine not starting - See NHTSA Campaign Number 23V013000
The fuel injector module had to be replaced. My car stall while driving and I was stuck at work for over 2 hours waiting to be towed home. I work 40 min from where I live, so there was no getting back home without a tow. The car would not start because it was showing that I had no gas, when in fact I had a half a tank. Had to pay $264.50 for my car to be towed home from work. I would like to be reimbursed for something that happened from the factory. I am attaching the receipt.
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the starter had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was scheduled to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 54,000.
The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle started bucking and then stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a fuel pump power control module failure. The contact associated the failure with GM Recall: N252516900. The manufacturer was contacted by phone and made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 20,800.
Vehicle suffered an intermittent, severe, and dangerous total loss of acceleration while driving in rainy conditions. Upon pressing the accelerator pedal from a stop, the vehicle rolled slowly for 5 to 10 seconds and completely ignored all gas pedal input before finally accelerating. The engine remained at a smooth, dead idle and failed to rev up entirely during the failure, creating an immediate traffic hazard. A scan revealed an active ABS system failure. This dangerous safety hazard occurred less than 4 weeks after a certified GM dealership (Grieco Chevrolet of Fort Lauderdale) performed the official GM Safety Recall N222372310 for Inadequate Fuel Pump Flow on September 4th. The fuel pump
2021 Chevrolet Equinox questions
Does the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox: Child seat LATCH anchors may not fit, risking loose car seats; Fuel Pump Module May Cause Engine Stall; Tires May Separate, Risking Loss of Vehicle Control; Seat Belts May Not Be Securely Attached, Raising Crash Injury Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox?
Based on 100 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (20), Electrical System (18), Unknown Or Other (17).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 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.