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2016 Chevrolet Equinox recalls and problems

The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox has 1 safety recall and 400 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
400
Crashes / fires
14 / 3
Injuries / deaths
22 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2016 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2016 Chevrolet Equinox recalls

Recall 16V-449: Equipment, Tires

Reported Jun 21, 2016 · 17 vehicles affected · General Motors LLC

Problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles manufactured October 16, 2015. The certification labels may have incorrect tire/rim size and cold tire pressure information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Risk: If the information on the certification labels is incorrect, the operator may install incorrectly sized tires or rims or may improperly inflate the tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1050, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 46600.

2016 Chevrolet Equinox problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Engine203
Visibility/Wiper114
Unknown or Other32
Power Train27
Electrical System25
Fuel/Propulsion System19
Air Bags12
Vehicle Speed Control9
Engine and Engine Cooling9
Steering7
Visibility6
Structure6

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 6
  • Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor — 2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Oil/Lubrication — 2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Crankcase (Pcv) — 2
  • Visibility › Windshield — 1
  • Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel — 1
  • Visibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly — 1
  • Vehicle Speed Control › Accelerator Pedal — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 65,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2016 Chevrolet Equinox complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Electrical System · at 89,000 miles · reported Oct 30, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 - 70 MPH, the display went blank approximately every five minutes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the battery was disconnected and the wiring and cables were inspected. The mechanic stated that the issue presented a safety concern. During a test drive, the mechanic experienced the screen going blank. The approximate failure mileage was 89,000.
Power Train · reported Oct 17, 2026
The drivers' side front seatbelt will not retract back into the b pillar when taken off. It will get caught in the door when closing it and prevent the driver's door from closing. The transmission slips out of gear when decelerating and accelerating in traffic. This causes the transmission to slam back into gear.
Engine · reported Oct 5, 2026
I am filing this complaint regarding a safety-related engine problem with my 2016 Chevrolet Equinox. My vehicle is currently experiencing excessive crankcase pressure associated with the PCV system. The vehicle requires PCV service, and I have been advised that the excessive crankcase pressure has contributed to multiple engine oil leaks, including a timing cover leak and front main seal leak. I am concerned that the underlying PCV/crankcase-pressure problem is causing or contributing to these failures rather than these being isolated gasket or seal failures. Excessive crankcase pressure can…
Engine · reported Oct 3, 2026
Timing chain guide broke and caused catastropic engine failure while driving 70 miles an hour on the highway causing steering, brakes etc to lock up putting me and my family at risk of accident and great bodily harm. Vehicle is available for inspection. No prior knowledge of mechanic problems due to only having purchased the vehicle from Mac's Chevrolet 4 months prior. Have since learned of the oil consumption issue associated with this year equinox which likely contributed to the timing chain failure. Vehicle has been inspected by two independent mechanics. This vehicle completely locking up…
Visibility/Wiper · reported Sep 23, 2026
Wipers just stopped working on the highway in a very bad rain storm, when I was taking my daughter to school. We could not see and had to put our hazards on and somehow carefully pull off to the side of the road. We could have easily been rear ended or worse “Killed”. There was no warning given. This was very scary for me and my child. Why isn’t there a recall for the 2016 Equinox??

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox: 16V-449 (equipment, tires). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox?

Owners report engine problems most often (203 reports), followed by visibility/wiper (114). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 65,000 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.