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ProblemsByVinFile / 2007-CHEVROLET-EQUINOXNHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2007 · Chevrolet
Chevrolet Equinox problems
685 owners have filed defect reports on this one. That's not a small number. 3 active recall campaigns on file.
Reliability score
6.2 / 10
Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.
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Critical
3
Severe
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Moderate
Should you avoid this 2007 Equinox?
Acceptable — with caveats
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
Engine: 31 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 60,550–106,889 mi
Reliability score 6.2/10 — around the segment average
3 recall campaigns on file
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What owners are saying
recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2007 Equinox· engine
Fan assembly stopped working, causing my engine to overheat, and now I have a blown head gasket...not a cheap repair. Appears there are a lot of owners of the same vehicle that seem to be having a head gasket issue around 80k. *js
Noticed a strong smell of gas coming from the vehicle when parked. Had to move it out of garage as smell was extremely strong. Took car in for service 8/25/12, found that the plastic part of the fuel pump was cracked and cost approximately $909 to repair. Find out there is a…
The throttle position sensor fails and causes the car to turn the stabilitrak and traction control off, and reducing the engine power. This is very dangerous while driving down the highway. The car will not go over 40 and the engine repeatedly revs up and down on its own. *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet equinox. The contact was driving 25 MPH and attempting to make a right turn when the steering column failed. The contact stated that the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer…
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Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no
In the event of a crash, the windshield may not be retained to the extent required by the standard, increasing the risk of personal injuries to the vehicle occupants.
Fix: Dealers will replace the windshield, the liftgate glass, and the side stationary glass. The recall began on june 14, 2007. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
Certain passenger vehicles not equipped with optional roof rail airbags or optional sunroof fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no
The results of this test indicated a possibility of an increased risk of head injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install an energy absorbing foam piece to each of the a-pillar trim assemblies free of charge. The recall began on may 8, 2008. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
Certain sport utility vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no
Whenever the front passenger seat is occupied, the driver should always check the airbag indicator to see if the airbag is on or off. If it is not correct for the situation, the passenger should be moved to a different seat. This can increase the risk of injury to a seat occupant during certain crash conditions.
Fix: Dealers will reprogram the seat's electronic control unit. The manufacturer has not yet provided an owner notification schedule for this campaign. Owners may contact Chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 or Pontiac at 1-800-620-7668.
Common questions
Is the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.2 out of 10 based on 685 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.
Should you avoid the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox?
The 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Engine: 31 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 60,550–106,889 mi; Reliability score 6.2/10 — around the segment average; 3 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Chevrolet Equinox?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 125 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 87,699 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 87,699 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Chevrolet Equinox has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Chevrolet Equinox?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 685 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.
Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Chevrolet/Equinox.
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