How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox?

NHTSA lists 32 brake complaints for the 2013 Equinox, which is 4% of the 751 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for brakes on the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.

At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2013 Equinox?

The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2013 Equinox is 73,000 miles.

Are brake problems worse on the 2013 Equinox than other years?

The 4% share for 2013 is lower than 2010 (8%), 2011 (10%), and 2012 (6%), but far lower than 2018-2020, which range from 28% to 36%.

Did brake issues on the 2013 Equinox cause any crashes?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 injury linked to brake complaints on the 2013 Equinox, with no fires reported.

2013 Chevrolet Equinox Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 32 brake complaints for the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox, 4% of its 751 total complaints for the year. Owners report squealing brakes, sudden acceleration when braking, false forward-collision activations, and ABS lockup at low speeds. No related recalls are listed, and median mileage at failure is 73,000.

Brakes complaints: 32; 4% of 751
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 73,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report loud squealing noises from the brakes, especially when backing up or on damp mornings, with dealers often finding nothing wrong.
Some drivers describe pressing the brake pedal and having the vehicle accelerate instead of stopping, leading to a rear-end collision in one case.
The forward collision/collision avoidance system reportedly activates on its own with no vehicle nearby, sometimes disabling cruise control.
Anti-lock brakes reportedly locked up and caused a skid while descending a low-grade incline, with the vehicle gaining speed before the driver could regain control.
A stability control warning reportedly triggers along with a loud squeaking noise when the brakes are applied.

When 2013 Chevrolet Equinox brake complaints were filed

First complaint Jul 22, 2013, latest Dec 13, 2023.

32 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jul 2013 to Dec 2023; peak Jul 2014 (2).

Brakes recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Equinox model year

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

201065 (8%)
201177 (10%)
201238 (6%)
201332 (4%)
201426 (5%)
201530 (4%)
201612 (3%)
201711 (4%)
2018139 (34%)
201983 (28%)
2020112 (36%)
20217 (7%)
20226 (3%)
202315 (16%)
202413 (16%)
202527 (12%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does NHTSA have for the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox?: NHTSA lists 32 brake complaints for the 2013 Equinox, which is 4% of the 751 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for brakes on the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2013 Equinox?: The median mileage at failure for brake complaints on the 2013 Equinox is 73,000 miles.
Are brake problems worse on the 2013 Equinox than other years?: The 4% share for 2013 is lower than 2010 (8%), 2011 (10%), and 2012 (6%), but far lower than 2018-2020, which range from 28% to 36%.
Did brake issues on the 2013 Equinox cause any crashes?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 1 injury linked to brake complaints on the 2013 Equinox, with no fires reported.