2021 Chevrolet Equinox recalls and problems
The 2021 Chevrolet Equinox has 4 safety recalls and 101 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2021 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2021 Chevrolet Equinox recalls
Recall 23V-339: Child Seat
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars may have excessive powder coating, which could prevent a child seat from being installed with the anchorage bars. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk: The inability to install a child seat with the LATCH anchorage bars could result in an unsecured child seat, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised to install child seats using the vehicle's rear seat belts until the remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect the latch anchorage bars, and remove and replace the finish, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232403240.
Recall 23V-013: Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The fuel pump module may not consistently provide sufficient fuel to the engine, resulting in an engine stall.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222372310.
Recall 21V-612: Tires
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with certain Hankook tires. The tires may have been manufactured with an insufficient amount of curative agent, which could cause tread separation.
Risk: Tread separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the tire DOT numbers, and replace any affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782; and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212343560.
Recall 20V-811: Seat Belts
Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.
Risk: If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8785, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N202322230.
2021 Chevrolet Equinox problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 20 | |
| Electrical System | 18 | |
| Unknown or Other | 17 | |
| Power Train | 17 | |
| Engine | 16 | |
| Service Brakes | 8 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | |
| Structure | 5 | |
| Steering | 4 | |
| Air Bags | 4 | |
| Seat Belts | 4 | |
| Lane Departure | 4 |
Most reported parts
- Exterior Lighting › Headlights — 2
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 2
- Lane Departure › Warning — 2
- Structure › Body — 2
- Electrical System › Body Control Module/Bcm — 1
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Vehicle Controls › Steering — 1
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch — 1
- Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 55,000 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2021 Chevrolet Equinox complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Other Chevrolet Equinox years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox: 23V-339 (child seat), 23V-013 (fuel system, gasoline), 21V-612 (tires), 20V-811 (seat belts). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox?
Owners report fuel/propulsion system problems most often (20 reports), followed by electrical system (18). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 55,000 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.