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2019 Chevrolet Equinox Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 2.6× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
290Complaints
4Recalls
21Crashes
7Fires
8Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Engine (32.8% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Engine complaints here are 2.6× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine95 · 32.8%not available
Service Brakes64 · 22.1%RecalledRecall 18V576000
Electrical System41 · 14.1%not available
Fuel/propulsion System40 · 13.8%RecalledRecall 19V667000
Power Train32 · 11%RecalledRecall 20V668000
Vehicle Speed Control12 · 4.1%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE95 · 32.8%
SERVICE BRAKES64 · 22.1%
Unspecified / other36 · 12.4%
POWER TRAIN32 · 11%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL12 · 4.1%
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC12 · 4.1%
AIR BAGS11 · 3.8%
STEERING9 · 3.1%

Percentages are the share of the 290 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 4 campaigns

Power Train:automatic Transmission

NHTSA campaign 20V668000 · 2020 · reported 10/29/2020

Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper

NHTSA campaign 18V576000 · 2018 · reported 08/30/2018

A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly

NHTSA campaign 19V667000 · 2019 · reported 09/19/2019

A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seats

NHTSA campaign 19V184000 · 2019 · reported 03/07/2019

In the event of a crash, the insufficient welds may result in an increased risk of injury for an occupant seated in the rear-right position. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“The car was purchased February of 2019. The car has been stalling, car has shut completely down, and the car decrease speed sometimes while on…”NHTSA complaint 11438821 — filed 10/31/2021 · ENGINE
“same errors codes i received less than 30 days ago when my car stopped while driving. This past 7/2/2021 my car stopped while in the…”NHTSA complaint 11423348 — filed 07/03/2021 · ENGINE
“Automatic engine shutoff did not restart at a busy stop light. Car shut down. Had to tow my car to auto repair. Computer code error…”NHTSA complaint 11421433 — filed 06/18/2021 · ENGINE

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 95 of 290 NHTSA complaints (32.8%), followed by service brakes (64), electrical system (41), fuel/propulsion system (40). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox have?

290 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 21 involved a crash, 7 involved a fire, and 8 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?

Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 20V668000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.