How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox?

NHTSA lists 44 steering complaints for the 2010 Equinox, which is 6% of all 784 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox steering problem?

No. The data shows no related recalls filed for steering on the 2010 Equinox.

Did the steering issue cause any crashes or injuries?

Yes, owners reported 2 crashes and 2 injuries tied to steering complaints on the 2010 Equinox.

At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2010 Equinox is 44,500 miles, though several owners reported symptoms at much lower mileage.

Is steering a bigger problem on the 2010 Equinox than other years?

Steering complaints made up 6% of total complaints in 2010, lower than the 2007 (11%) and 2008 (12%) model years but similar to 2011 (5%) and 2012 (5%).

2010 Chevrolet Equinox Steering Problems

NHTSA lists 44 steering complaints for the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox, 6% of all complaints filed for the year, including 2 crashes and 2 injuries at a median 44,500 miles. No steering-related recall is on file for this year.

Steering complaints: 44; 6% of 784 complaints
All complaints this year: 784
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 2
Median mileage: 44,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical steering symptoms owners report

Owners describe the steering wheel sticking or binding near center after sustained straight-line driving, requiring a tug to free it up.
Several report the binding worsens above 50 mph and is more noticeable on smooth, flat highway surfaces.
Some describe the steering wheel seizing or failing to respond in a curve, leading to loss of control and a crash.
One owner reported the steering wheel locking up along with unrelated electrical symptoms like flickering radio and airbag warning lights.
A separate complaint describes a clicking or thunking noise from the front-left suspension area during slow, full-lock turns rather than binding.

When 2010 Chevrolet Equinox steering complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 14, 2010, latest Apr 18, 2022.

44 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2010 to Apr 2022; peak Apr 2014 (6).

Steering recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Steering complaints by Equinox model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200550 (8%)
200634 (5%)
200778 (11%)
200844 (12%)
20095 (5%)
201044 (6%)
201143 (5%)
201236 (5%)
201319 (3%)
201418 (3%)
201514 (2%)
20167 (2%)
20171 (0%)
201815 (4%)
20199 (3%)
202013 (4%)
20214 (4%)
20226 (3%)
20237 (7%)
20244 (5%)
202511 (5%)

Frequently asked questions

How many steering complaints does NHTSA have for the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox?: NHTSA lists 44 steering complaints for the 2010 Equinox, which is 6% of all 784 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox steering problem?: No. The data shows no related recalls filed for steering on the 2010 Equinox.
Did the steering issue cause any crashes or injuries?: Yes, owners reported 2 crashes and 2 injuries tied to steering complaints on the 2010 Equinox.
At what mileage do steering problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for steering complaints on the 2010 Equinox is 44,500 miles, though several owners reported symptoms at much lower mileage.
Is steering a bigger problem on the 2010 Equinox than other years?: Steering complaints made up 6% of total complaints in 2010, lower than the 2007 (11%) and 2008 (12%) model years but similar to 2011 (5%) and 2012 (5%).