Engine complaints and recalls from NHTSA
Summary
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox has 146 NHTSA engine complaints and 0 engine-related recalls.
146
Complaints
0
Recalls
0
Injuries Reported
Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026
| Date ↓ | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 4, 2026 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. While the contact’s son was driving at an undisclosed spe... |
| Jan 27, 2026 | ENGINE | On 1/27/26, while driving at highway speeds, I received a "Reduced Engine Power" alert. I was forced... |
| Jan 27, 2026 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MP... |
| Jan 27, 2026 | ENGINE | Due to cold temperatures, the main rear seal blew causing engine, coolant and intake systems to fail... |
| Jan 20, 2026 | ENGINE | 2017 chevrolet Equinox LT with a 2.4L ecotec engine. The PCV system froze due to the cold weather co... |
| Jan 18, 2026 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MP... |
| Jan 9, 2026 | ENGINE | I have had this car for a little under a year. In January of this year 2026, I was driving on the fr... |
| Jan 8, 2026 | ENGINE | There is water my oil and I have a blown head gasket. I get all maintenance done and have oil change... |
| Jan 5, 2026 | ENGINE | I am submitting this complaint regarding a serious safety defect involving a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox ... |
| Dec 22, 2025 | ENGINE | The 2.4L engine is experiencing significant issues, including power loss and rapid oil consumption. ... |
| Dec 5, 2025 | ENGINE | What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? ... |
| Nov 13, 2025 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, there wa... |
| Oct 26, 2025 | ENGINE | Driving on the highway, nothing unusual or out of the ordinary. Within a 30 second span of time, the... |
| Oct 23, 2025 | ENGINE | I have the ECOTEC 2.4 engine the engine has gone out and GM is stating car needs a new engine. At 10... |
| Oct 16, 2025 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that on several occasions while drivin... |
| Sep 29, 2025 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, there wa... |
| Aug 28, 2025 | ENGINE | TIMING CHAIN MALFUNCTION CAUSED THE ENGINE TO COMPLETELY FAIL AND THE CAR IS NOW UNROAD WORTHY. DID ... |
| Aug 8, 2025 | ENGINE | The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed,... |
| May 20, 2025 | ENGINE | Fo2017 Chevrolet Equinox with the 2.4L Ecotec engine, excessive oil consumption can indirectly cause... |
| May 1, 2025 | ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | High Pressure fuel pump failure on engine block. car cuts off, engine light on. failed Emission test... |