Third generation (D2XX)
2019 Chevrolet Equinox
The most reported problem on the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox is brake wear, with 80 complaints, usually around 61,000 miles.
- 302owner complaints
- 4recalls
- 22involved a crash
- 23,000median miles at failure
Newest report Sep 24, 2026 · checked Oct 2, 2026
What is your Equinox doing?
Each one opens a sheet built from the owner reports of that problem on the 2019 model year.
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
The 2019 Chevrolet Equinox has 302 owner complaints on file with NHTSA, close to the median of 281 for 2019 SUVs on this site. Of the 13 Equinox model years since 2014, it has the 6th most complaints. Complaint counts rise with sales as well as faults, so read what owners report below before deciding.
At a glance
- Next to the 2018 and 2020
- At 38 complaints for each year on the road, the 2019 runs below both the 2018 (45) and the 2020 (44).
- Top problem
- Brake wear leads with 80 of the 302 complaints (26%), ahead of misfire at 42. A quarter of the 23 owners who gave a mileage for brake wear saw it by about 25,000 miles, and half by about 61,000.
- Crash, fire and injury reports
- 26 of the 302 complaints (9%) report a crash, a fire or an injury, a little above the 6% typical of vehicles on this site. Counted separately (one report can carry more than one), 22 reports mention a crash, 7 mention a fire and 9 people were hurt. The most crash reports, 9 of 22, fall under brake wear.
- Recalls behind the top problems
- Brake wear has a recall on the same system (18V-576). Misfire and stalling have none. A recall on the same system doesn't always cover the failure owners describe, so compare its summary with the complaints.
- When owners filed
- Filings peaked in 2019 at 60 (full calendar years only). In 2025 there were 48. So far in 2026, 36 more have come in.
When each problem shows up
Each bar covers the middle half of the mileages owners reported for that problem. A quarter saw it earlier, a quarter later. The tick is the median. Most reported: brakes grind, pulse or wear early, 80 complaints.
middle half of reports, median tick. The heavier grey bars have 75 or more reports.
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How this compares
302 complaints is 1.3 times the median 2019 model on this site and about the median for a 2019 SUV. Among the 13 Equinox model years here it ranks 6th for complaints. Counts follow sales volume as much as reliability, so a truck that sells 700,000 a year draws more reports than a sedan that sells 200,000.
Service bulletins for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox
Chevrolet filed 1,005 bulletins and other notices with NHTSA that list the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. 80 of them deal with a problem owners have reported on this car. Newest first.
Federal rules make a manufacturer send NHTSA a copy of any notice about a defect that goes to more than one dealer or owner. Most of these are service bulletins, the repair instructions manufacturers send to dealers. NHTSA generally leaves safety recall bulletins out of this file, and recalls are listed separately.
Brakes grind, pulse or wear early 6 bulletins · 80 complaints
This preliminary information discusses potential for a code C0010.5A to store in the brake controller which appears to be setting falsely or is induced by the customer.
This preliminary information discusses the possibility of brake module damage caused by performing the rear brake service incorrectly.
4 more on this problem
This service bulletin provides information for tire pressure monitoring (TPM) system concerns.
This technical bulletin provides a procedure for a squeak and/or creak type noise heard when applying the brake and/or cycling the pedal while in park.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Service Calibration for Service ESC and/or Service Park Brake Messages.
This preliminary information discusses potential for a code C0010.5A to store in the brake controller which appears to be setting falsely and advises engineering is investigating the concern.
Check engine light or misfire 34 bulletins · 42 complaints
This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Vehicle Will Not Lock and Unlock (Loss of Active Functions) Crank or Start (Loss of Passive Functions) with DTC P0513 Set.
This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to reduce ...
32 more on this problem
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the charge air cooler due to moisture getting inside of it and causing a malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with DTC P0300 and/or P0299/P2227.
This technical bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or misfire, MIL with DTCs, and explains how Top Tier fuels should be used to ...
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Vehicle Will Not Lock and Unlock (Loss of Active Functions) Crank or Start (Loss of Passive Functions) with DTC P0513 Set.
This Preliminary information communicates information that will need to be provided to TAC to aid in diagnosing if a vehicle comes in with misfire and DTC Codes P0300 - P0308 and/or P050D
This Preliminary information communicates the possibility of dtc p0299 p0234 setting due to oil/moisture cndensate freezing in Turbocharger Wastegate Regulator Solenoid Valve (TCV) during cold weather driving
This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.
This service bulletin provides a repair procedure to correct a customer concern of Reduced Engine Power, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated - DTCs P0101, P0172, P0299, P0506, and/or P1101 Set.
This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of No Crank, No Start, Quick Start/Stall, Key Fobs Inoperative with DTCs B2924 00, B3925 00, B3926 00, B3927 00, or P0513 set.
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to install a CAC and a Grille Cover to correct the customers concern of a Malfunction Indicator Lamp Illuminated or Flashing - DTC P0300 Set When Driving In High Humidity Or In Heavy Rain.
This service bulletin provides repair procedures, depending on model year, to correct a customer concern of a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated with DTC P0172, P06DE and/or P0521 Set.
Plus 22 older ones not listed here.
Engine stalls or loses power while driving 9 bulletins · 31 complaints
This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of No Crank, No Start, Quick Start/Stall, No FOB Detected, Key FOBs Inoperative, B3924 00, B3925 00, B3926 00, B3927 00, B3928 00 Set.
This service bulletin advises the tech that the rotational Clicking Noise Heard After Engine Shut Down may be normal characteristics of the vehicle.
7 more on this problem
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on.
This service bulletin provides service information for customer concerns of an in-tank fuel pump whining noise, engine hard to start and/or stalls and Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) is illuminated that may be caused by gelling of fuel in cold temperatures.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of No Crank, No Start, Quick Start/Stall, No FOB Detected, Key FOBs Inoperative, B3924 00, B3925 00, B3926 00, B3927 00, B3928 00 Set.
This Preliminary information communicates that a rotational clicking noise heard after engine shut down is a design characteristic and no repairs should be attempted.
This Preliminary information communicates A vehicle may have a concern of running poor and stalling. No trouble codes may be set referencing this condition. Fuel trims around -20% may be observed on both banks.
This technical bulletin is providing a procedure to reprogram the ECM to correct a condition of Runs Rough Cold or Stall Condition Upon Cold Start and/or DTC U18A2 Set (North America /Middle East- Terrain Only).
This Preliminary information communicates noises are considered to be normal operating characteristics of the vehicle when shut off. It will not impact the designed performance or reliability of the vehicle.
Infotainment, screen or backup camera fails 21 bulletins · 16 complaints
This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Rear View Camera Issues - DTCs B395A, B395B, B395C, B101E, B101D.
This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Rear View Camera Coaxial Related Issues - DTCs B395A, B395B, B395C, B101E, B101D.
19 more on this problem
This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Blue or Black Screen and Service Rear Vision System Message on Radio Display Shifting into Reverse.
This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Intermittent or Inoperable Rearview Camera, May Display Blue or Black Screen With Error Message.
This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from technicians to perform the check list provided and contact the engineer listed in regards to having a intermittent and/or inoperable rear camera and blue or black screen may be present ...
This Preliminary Information communicates to the technician that some customers may comment on the operation of their haptic seat during a Lane Keep Assist event. Lane Keep Assist works differently than Lane Departure Warning.
This service bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of software issues with Radio Software Version V808.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of the Service Engine Soon Lamp Illuminated and/or Service Brake Assist Message Displayed, with DTC P0557 Stored.
This Preliminary information communicates a concern where the radio will reboot when adjusting the volume intermittently and that engineering is investigating.
This service bulletin provides information to aid a dealer/customer concern of Radio Unwanted Phantom Touch or Non-Responsive to Touch After Cleaning/Disinfecting Radio Display.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Blue or Black Screen and Service Rear Vision System Message on Radio Display Shifting into Reverse.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Unwanted Radio Volume Ramp Up to Max, Radio Resets, Radio Display Blank, or Non-Responsive to Touch.
Plus 9 older ones not listed here.
A/C blows warm or the compressor fails 5 bulletins · 13 complaints
PI to help diagnose A/C concern
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that the Heater-Vent-Air Conditioning blows warm air.
3 more on this problem
This technical bulletin provides a procedure for air conditioning refrigerant desiccant replacement due to A/C Not Cooling or refrigerant loss.
This technical bulletin provides repair information to correct a customer concern of Air Conditioning Odor During Restart After Auto-Stop.
This technical bulletin provides a procedure air conditioning refrigerant desiccant replacement due to refrigerant loss.
Engine failure, knocking or rod bearing 2 bulletins · 11 complaints
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to add flocking to tape the radiator mount sleeves to reduce the knocking noise caused by the excessive movement.
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to add flocking tape the radiator mount sleeves to reduce the knocking noise caused by the excessive movement.
Transmission shudders, slips or shifts hard 1 bulletin · 7 complaints
This informational bulletin provides information on Transmission Adaptive Functions and Correcting Low Mileage Harsh Shifts, Slips, or Flares.
Fuel pump failure 2 bulletins · 7 complaints
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the fuel pump and fuel feed front pipe if found the cause of the customers concern.
N182199610 Customer Satisfaction Program. Certain vehicles may have a condition in which the high-pressure fuel pump may crack and potentially leak fuel. This may occur over time with vehicle usage. If a fuel leak occurs, the customer may notice an odor.
Complaints filed by year
60 complaints came in 2019, 30.0 times the year before. Owners file in waves when a problem gets press or an investigation, so a spike measures attention as much as failures.
Recalls that include the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox
Whether your car is included depends on its VIN. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Equinox all-wheel drive vehicles. The fuel tanks may have been manufactured with an improperly sealed seam, possibly allowing fuel to leak along the seam near the fuel inlet.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192271870.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The rear-right seat may have insufficient welds on the head-restraint bracket.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-right seatback frame, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. 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 N192209550.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
Risk and remedy
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.
All 4 recalls on the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox, with the owner complaints on each recalled system
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Questions
What is the most common problem on the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?
Brake wear, with 80 of the 302 complaints. Owners who gave a mileage for it put the median at about 61,000 miles.
At what mileage do 2019 Chevrolet Equinox problems start?
Of the 131 complaints that give a mileage, a quarter came by about 4,000 miles and half by about 23,000.
Is the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox better or worse than the 2018 and 2020?
Counted per year on the road, the 2019 has fewer complaints than both the 2018 and the 2020: 38 a year against 45 and 44.
How many 2019 Chevrolet Equinox complaints involve a crash, fire or injury?
26 of them (9%). The typical vehicle on this site is at 6%.
Is there a recall for brake wear on the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?
Yes, NHTSA lists a recall on the same system: 18V-576. Its summary says which failure it covers, and that isn't always the one owners describe.