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2022 Chevrolet Equinox Fuel System Problems

Fuel System complaints account for 106 of 174 total complaints (61%) on the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, the highest share of any model year. A related recall (23V013000) covers a fuel pump module that may fail to deliver enough fuel, causing engine stalls, with a median failure mileage of 17,850.

Fuel System complaints
106
61% of 174
Crashes reported
1
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Median mileage
17,850 mi
Related recalls
1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

  • Vehicles stall or lose motive power while driving at highway speeds, sometimes with an "Engine Power Reduced" message on the dash.
  • Fuel pump modules are diagnosed as failing to change speeds as commanded, triggering a check engine light and repeat stalling even after replacement.
  • Some owners report the vehicle stalling in the middle of the roadway with no warning light, later diagnosed as inadequate fuel pump flow.
  • Several owners say they received recall notice 23V013000 but the replacement part was unavailable, leaving the stall condition unresolved.
  • One owner reported the fuel tank was punctured by road debris due to a lack of a protective shield, draining the tank in minutes.
  • A stall in stop-and-go traffic was accompanied by an unresponsive gas pedal and a locked steering wheel, resulting in a crash.

When 2022 Chevrolet Equinox fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint May 26, 2022, latest Sep 22, 2026.

2022 Chevrolet Equinox fuel system complaints: complaints filed per month8May 2022Feb 2023Aug 2023Mar 2024Oct 2024Jun 2025Dec 2025Jun 2026
106 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Aug 2024 (8).

Fuel System recalls for the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox

  1. NHTSA 23V013000Jan 19, 2023Fuel System23,323 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump:control/drive module

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The fuel pump module may not consistently provide sufficient fuel to the engine, resulting in an engine stall.

    Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222372310.

Fuel System complaints by Equinox model year

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

  1. 200536 (6%)
  2. 200619 (3%)
  3. 2007244 (36%)
  4. 200848 (13%)
  5. 200912 (13%)
  6. 201048 (6%)
  7. 201175 (10%)
  8. 201254 (8%)
  9. 201345 (6%)
  10. 201435 (6%)
  11. 201535 (5%)
  12. 201621 (5%)
  13. 201720 (7%)
  14. 201841 (10%)
  15. 201945 (15%)
  16. 202057 (19%)
  17. 202120 (21%)
  18. 2022106 (61%)
  19. 202349 (52%)
  20. 202424 (30%)
  21. 202514 (6%)

Frequently asked questions

Is there a fuel system recall on the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox?
Yes. Recall 23V013000, reported January 19, 2023, covers a fuel pump module that may not consistently provide enough fuel, causing engine stalls. GM is replacing the fuel pump module free of charge.
How common are fuel system complaints for the 2022 Equinox?
Fuel System complaints make up 106 of 174 total complaints filed for the 2022 Equinox, or 61% of all complaints for that year, the highest share among all model years listed.
At what mileage do fuel system problems typically show up?
NHTSA data lists a median mileage at failure of 17,850 for fuel system complaints on the 2022 Equinox.
Did the fuel system problem cause any crashes or fires?
NHTSA records one crash and zero fires linked to Fuel System complaints on the 2022 Equinox, with no injuries reported.
How does 2022 compare to other Equinox model years for this problem?
The 61% share of complaints tied to the Fuel System in 2022 is well above every other year listed, including 2023 at 52% and 2021 at 21%.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.