YearToAvoid

2024 Chevrolet Equinox Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Best The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox carries a complaint index of 15, ranked 18th worst out of 21 model years, and earns a Best verdict. It has 79 complaints, 1 recall, 5 crashes, 1 fire, and no deaths reported to NHTSA.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index
15/100
#18 of 21 Equinox years
Verdict
Best
vs. other years of this model
Complaints
79
unique NHTSA reports
Recalls
1
distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes
5
reported in complaints
Fires
1
Injuries
5
Top issue
Fuel System
Best nearby year
2023
rated Best
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
27
25 city / 30.5 hwy
Injuries / deaths
5 / 0

Top 2024 Chevy Equinox problems

Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Fuel System24 (30%)
  2. Engine19 (24%)
  3. Electrical System18 (23%)
  4. Brakes13 (16%)
  5. Collision Avoidance & Cameras11 (14%)
  6. Other11 (14%)
  7. Transmission & Powertrain11 (14%)
  8. Suspension, Wheels & Tires6 (8%)
  9. Visibility & Wipers6 (8%)
  10. Steering4 (5%)

A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.

What owners report

  • Owners report the brake pedal sinking toward the floor or failing to slow the vehicle promptly, in one case after unexpected acceleration during braking.
  • Some drivers describe sudden unintended acceleration while parking or slowing, leading to collisions with curbs or other vehicles.
  • An electrical fire was reported after a burnt rubber smell, with flames emerging near the front passenger window at 16,989 miles.
  • Several owners report electrical glitches including HVAC losing cold airflow, dashboard screen freezes, non-working charge ports, and unresponsive steering wheel controls.
  • One owner reported an illuminated check engine light traced to a leaking air hose, with the dealer unable to source replacement parts.
  • A fleet operator described the forward collision warning and dash alert lights as overly distracting to drivers.
2024 Chevrolet Equinox complaints: complaints filed per month8Dec 2023Sep 2024Jan 2025Jul 2025Dec 2025Apr 2026Aug 2026
79 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2023 to Sep 2026; peak Jun 2025 (8).

2024 Chevrolet Equinox recalls

1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 23V869000Dec 21, 2023Structure & Body265 vehicles

    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.

    Risk: A door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232429911.

2024 Chevrolet Equinox fuel economy and fuel cost

City
25 MPG
Highway
30.5 MPG
Combined
27 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,400
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2024 compared with other Equinox years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2022Good30174627.5
2023Best1095327
2024Best1579127
2025Avoid100227026.5

All Chevrolet Equinox years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
Among 21 model years of the Equinox, 2024 has a complaint index of 15 and ranks 18th worst, earning a Best verdict relative to other Equinox years.
What are the biggest problems with the 2024 Equinox?
NHTSA data shows the Fuel System is the top problem area with 24 complaints (30% share), followed by the Engine with 19 complaints and the Electrical System with 18 complaints.
Does the 2024 Equinox have any recalls?
Yes, one recall (23V869000) covers door strikers that may fracture, causing doors to open unexpectedly; GM will replace all four door strikers and bolts free of charge.
How many complaints has NHTSA received about the 2024 Equinox?
NHTSA lists 79 complaints for the 2024 Equinox, including 5 crashes, 1 fire, and 5 injuries, with no deaths reported.
What is the fuel economy of the 2024 Equinox?
EPA rates the 2024 Equinox at 27 mpg combined (25 city / 30.5 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,400.

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.