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NHTSA has 276 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox[1]. The engine group stands out with 192 of them[2].

276owner complaints[1]
18–25MPG combined (EPA)[3]
4★NHTSA overall rating[4]

Most reported problems

Here are the complaint groups owners raise with NHTSA, from biggest to smallest.

Recalls

NHTSA's records show 0 recalls for the 2017 Equinox[12].

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version City / highway / combined MPG Annual fuel cost
Equinox AWD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive[13] 20 / 28 / 23 $2,900
Equinox FWD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[3] 21 / 31 / 25 $2,700
Equinox FWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive[14] 17 / 24 / 20 $3,350
Equinox FWD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, Front-Wheel Drive[15] 21 / 31 / 25 $2,700
Equinox AWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive[16] 16 / 23 / 18 $3,700
Equinox AWD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, All-Wheel Drive[17] 20 / 28 / 23 $2,900

Safety ratings

Version Overall Frontal Side Rollover Rollover risk
SUV AWD[4] 4 4 5 4 17.4%
SUV FWD[18] 4 4 5 4 19.1%

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine Horsepower
2017 Chevrolet Equinox with 2.4L 4-cylinder[19] 182 hp
2017 Chevrolet Equinox with 3.6L 6-cylinder[20] 308 hp

How 2017 compares with other years

2005: 638 complaints, 1 recalls20052006: 695 complaints, 0 recalls2007: 685 complaints, 4 recalls20072008: 370 complaints, 0 recalls2009: 94 complaints, 0 recalls20092010: 784 complaints, 3 recalls2011: 782 complaints, 3 recalls20112012: 685 complaints, 3 recalls2013: 751 complaints, 2 recalls20132014: 548 complaints, 1 recalls2015: 680 complaints, 2 recalls20152016: 399 complaints, 1 recalls2017: 276 complaints, 0 recalls27620172018: 410 complaints, 5 recalls2019: 306 complaints, 4 recalls20192020: 318 complaints, 4 recalls2021: 100 complaints, 4 recalls20212022: 185 complaints, 6 recalls2023: 99 complaints, 3 recalls20232024: 190 complaints, 2 recalls2025: 400 complaints, 6 recalls20252026: 85 complaints, 3 recalls2027: 1 complaints, 0 recalls2027
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Equinox model year. The 2017 is highlighted[12].
Show the numbers
Model yearComplaintsRecalls
20056381
20066950
20076854
20083700
2009940
20107843
20117823
20126853
20137512
20145481
20156802
20163991
20172760
20184105
20193064
20203184
20211004
20221856
2023993
20241902
20254006
2026853
202710

NHTSA's counts for the Equinox show 276 complaints and 0 recalls for 2017[12]. Among the 23 model years listed, 7 have fewer complaints than 2017 and 15 have more[12]. The fewest complaints are for 2027 (1) and the most are for 2010 (784)[12]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2017 Equinox?

The 2017 Equinox has a clear pattern in the complaints on file. The engine group leads by a wide margin[2]. The air bag group is smaller, but 14 of its complaints mention a crash[8]. These are unverified owner reports and they are not adjusted for sales[1]. Look at the engine reports closely before you buy, and have a mechanic check for oil leaks and warning lights.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox?
The engine group has the biggest share, with 192 complaints[2]. Power train has 32 complaints[6] and the fuel and propulsion system has 21[7].
Does the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox have recalls?
Our data shows 0 recalls for this model year[12]. Check the Recalls section on this page for the full list.
How many complaints does the 2017 Equinox have?
NHTSA has 276 owner complaints on file for this model year[1].
Is the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
Complaints are concentrated in the engine group[2]. Owner reports are unverified, so use them as a guide, not a verdict[1].
What is the gas mileage of the 2017 Equinox?
See the fuel economy section on this page for the EPA figures.

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Facts and sources

  1. NHTSA has 276 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox (18 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 16 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
  2. 192 complaints name the engine component group (1 crashes, 3 fires, 7 injuries, median mileage at failure 85,200). NHTSA vehicle records
  3. EPA rating for Equinox FWD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 31 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  4. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV AWD: overall 4 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 17.4%. NHTSA vehicle records
  5. 37 complaints name the unknown or other component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 8 injuries, median mileage at failure 35,634). NHTSA vehicle records
  6. 32 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 55,830). NHTSA vehicle records
  7. 21 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (1 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  8. 19 complaints name the air bags component group (14 crashes, 0 fires, 8 injuries, median mileage at failure 54,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  9. 19 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 2 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 61,500). NHTSA vehicle records
  10. 11 complaints name the visibility/wiper component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
  11. 9 complaints name the brakes component group (5 crashes, 0 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 64,000). NHTSA vehicle records
  12. Owner complaints and recalls for every Chevrolet Equinox model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
  13. EPA rating for Equinox AWD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 20 city / 28 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  14. EPA rating for Equinox FWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, Front-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 24 highway / 20 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,350. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  15. EPA rating for Equinox FWD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, Front-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 31 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  16. EPA rating for Equinox AWD, 3.6L 6-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Regular, All-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 23 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,700. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  17. EPA rating for Equinox AWD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 6-spd, Gasoline or E85, All-Wheel Drive: 20 city / 28 highway / 23 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $2,900. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
  18. NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, SUV FWD: overall 4 stars, frontal 4 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 4 stars; rollover risk 19.1%. NHTSA vehicle records
  19. EPA Test Car List, 2017 Chevrolet Equinox with 2.4L 4-cylinder: rated 182 hp. www.epa.gov
  20. EPA Test Car List, 2017 Chevrolet Equinox with 3.6L 6-cylinder: rated 308 hp. www.epa.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.