2007 chevrolet Equinox airbags problems

severe 125 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,100

Complaints

125

Recalls

Crashes

Avg fix

$1,100

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 07V344000 07/08/2007

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.

severe NHTSA 07V520000 07/11/2007

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.

What owners are reporting 5 most recent

airbags · filed 12/27/2010

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT INDICATED THAT THE AIR BAG WAS OFF WHILE AN OCCUPANT WAS POSITIONED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION AT ANY SPEED BEING DRIVEN WITH AN OCCUPANT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER…

airbags · filed 12/27/2007

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. THE AIRBAG OFF LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE WITH AN AVERAGE SIZED ADULT SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE SENSORS WERE WORKING CORRECTLY. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE AIR BAGS: FRONTAL: SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID # 07V344000) HOWEVER, THE DEALER STATED THAT HIS VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED. THE CONTACT FELT THAT HIS VEHICL…

airbags · filed 12/23/2017

AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON ALL OF THE TIME. I TOOK IT TO RK CHEVY WHERE IT WAS PURCHASED FROM TO HAVE THE FUEL PUMP REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY AND THEY DID NOTHING ABOUT AIR BAG LIGHT AND SAID DO NOT WORRY ABOUT IT.

airbags · filed 12/22/2016

ON 9/22/08 WE TOOK OUR VEHICLE TO GREGG YOUNG CHEVY IN OMAHA NE WITH COMPLAINT OF THE PASSENGER AIR BAG DID NOT REGISTER PASSENGER. THE COULD NOT DUPLICATE AND NOTHING WAS DONE. AGAIN ON 4/10/10 WE TOOK THE VEHICLE IN AGAIN WITH SAME COMPLAINT. WE WERE TOLD AGAIN COULD NOT DUPLICATE AT THIS TIME, NO PROBLEM FOUND SCANNED, NO CODES. NO BULLETINS FOUND, SYSTEM WORKING AS DESIGNED. THEN AGAIN 9/28/11…

airbags · filed 12/14/2010

AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT AT ROUGHLY 20 MILES AN HOUR IN A 2007 CHEVY EQUINOX MOSTLY FRONT END AND DRIVER SIDE DAMAGE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. MAJOR FRONT END DAMAGE SUSTAINED. *TR

Common questions

How serious is the airbags problem on the 2007 chevrolet Equinox?

It's a meaningful issue. 125 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $1,100.

At what mileage does the airbags typically fail?

Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.

What does it cost to fix?

Independent shops typically charge around $1,100 for airbags repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.

Are there any recalls related to airbags?

Yes — 2 active recall(s) cover airbags issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.