How many suspension and wheel complaints does the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox have?

NHTSA lists 17 complaints in the Suspension, Wheels & Tires category for the 2020 Equinox, which is 6% of the 308 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for suspension or wheel problems on the 2020 Equinox?

No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this problem area.

At what mileage do these suspension problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for suspension, wheel, and tire complaints on the 2020 Equinox is 5,256 miles.

Have these suspension issues caused crashes or fires?

Yes. Among the 17 complaints in this area, NHTSA records one crash and one fire, with no reported injuries.

What specific suspension problems do owners describe?

Owners describe shaking or shimmying while accelerating, wobbling over bumps, premature tire wear, a spare tire that does not fit over the brake caliper, and a cracked wheel rim.

2020 Chevrolet Equinox Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 17 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox, 6% of its 308 total complaints. The median mileage at failure is 5,256 miles, and there is one reported crash and one reported fire, but no related recall is listed.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 17; 6% of 308
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 5,256 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Owners report a shake or shimmy vibration when accelerating between 30 and 45 mph that becomes more noticeable over time.
Some describe the vehicle wobbling uncontrollably when hitting a bump at high speed, with dealers reportedly saying no fix was available.
Front axle shafts have been replaced under a dealer bulletin for shaking during acceleration, with the shaking reportedly returning afterward.
Owners describe premature tire wear, with one noting only 3/32 inch of tread remaining before 21,000 miles.
One owner reports the factory spare tire does not clear the front brake caliper, preventing use of the spare after a flat.
One owner reports a cracked wheel rim discovered after repeated low-tire warnings, while still under factory warranty.

When 2020 Chevrolet Equinox suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 24, 2020, latest Sep 20, 2025.

17 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2020 to Sep 2025; peak Jan 2021 (2).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Equinox model year

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

200564 (10%)
200627 (4%)
200726 (4%)
200812 (3%)
20096 (6%)
201021 (3%)
201116 (2%)
201225 (4%)
201322 (3%)
20147 (1%)
201516 (2%)
20169 (2%)
20176 (2%)
201816 (4%)
20195 (2%)
202017 (6%)
20214 (4%)
20223 (2%)
20231 (1%)
20246 (8%)
202510 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension and wheel complaints does the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox have?: NHTSA lists 17 complaints in the Suspension, Wheels & Tires category for the 2020 Equinox, which is 6% of the 308 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for suspension or wheel problems on the 2020 Equinox?: No. The data shows no related recalls listed for this problem area.
At what mileage do these suspension problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for suspension, wheel, and tire complaints on the 2020 Equinox is 5,256 miles.
Have these suspension issues caused crashes or fires?: Yes. Among the 17 complaints in this area, NHTSA records one crash and one fire, with no reported injuries.
What specific suspension problems do owners describe?: Owners describe shaking or shimmying while accelerating, wobbling over bumps, premature tire wear, a spare tire that does not fit over the brake caliper, and a cracked wheel rim.