Most common 2024 Chevrolet Equinox problems
Share of the 82 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Chevrolet Equinox complaints by model year
Best Equinox years: 2021, 2017, 2016. Years to avoid: 2025. Compare all years →
2024 Chevrolet Equinox recalls (1)
Structure › Body › Door
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The door strikers may fracture, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024.
What 2024 Chevrolet Equinox owners say
Fuel & propulsion system all 25 →
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate intendedly. The "Engine Power Is Reduced" warning message displayed, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact's minor child was a passenger in the vehicle when the failure occurred. An independent mechanic responded to the location. The vehicle was diagnosed with a failed high-pressure fuel pump and failed fuel injectors, and the contact was informed that the high-pressure fuel regulator required replacement. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was confirmed that the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel injectors had failed. The manufacturer was notified of the failures, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 49,511.
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off in a parking lot, the vehicle became inoperable and failed to restart. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a fuel pump module failure. The contact was informed that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000. The VIN was not available.
Electrical system
The contact's wife owns a 2024 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that a strong, burnt rubber odor could be smelled while taking out the trash in the middle of the night. Soon after, the contact stated that the front passenger side window shattered as flames began to emit from the vehicle. The contact immediately rushed to move his other vehicle away from the burning vehicle while on the phone with the authorities. There were no occupants inside the vehicle at the time of the failure. The authorities arrived at the scene and extinguished the fire. A fire report was filed; however, the contact never received a copy of the report. Police were also present at the scene of the fire but were not certain if a report was filed. Per the fire investigation, it was determined that the fire was caused by the driver-side seat warmer. …
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 40 MPH and attempting to make a left turn, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond, causing his wife to make the left turn at 40 MPH uphill. The contact stated that the vehicle decelerated as his wife was driving uphill. The contact stated that his wife then pulled into a driveway and parked the vehicle. The contact stated that upon restarting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated temporarily however, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. Additionally, the alarm sounded. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the failure had occurred due to loss of communication with the electric brake system control module and the electronic brake control module. …
Engine & cooling
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was a loud ticking sound coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle started jerking, vibrating, and decelerating before it stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The vehicle was diagnosed with bearing and push rod failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The engine was replaced, but days later, the contact discovered engine oil was leaking from the vehicle onto the driveway. The vehicle was driven back to the dealer, who discovered a pinhole in the engine intake manifold, which had caused the engine oil leak. The intake manifold was replaced, and the vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 9,600.
The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was concerned about driving the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed and determined that the air hose was leaking. The dealer informed the contact that the parts were not available to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but provided no additional assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.
2024 Chevrolet Equinox engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | Single-speed | FWD | 117 / 99 / 108 MPGe | 319 mi |
| Electric | Single-speed | AWD | 101 / 90 / 96 MPGe | 285 mi |
| 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | FWD | 26 / 31 / 28 | — |
| 1.5L 4-cyl turbo | 6-speed automatic | AWD | 24 / 30 / 26 | — |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox a good car?
Based on 82 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2024 Equinox rates average: 1.3× as many complaints as a typical year of the Equinox at the same age. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox?
The fuel & propulsion system — 25 complaints, 30% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the electrical system (17) and engine & cooling (15).
How many recalls does the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox have?
There is 1 recall for the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox, the most recent from December 21, 2023 (door). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Chevrolet Equinox?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2021, 2017 and 2016. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2025. See the full Chevrolet Equinox years comparison.
At what mileage do 2024 Chevrolet Equinox problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 17,000 miles; 92% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.