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ProblemsByVin Index / 2019-CHEVROLET-EQUINOX / COMPLAINTS
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2019 Chevrolet Equinox owner complaints

289 complaints filed with NHTSA on this vehicle , including 2 reporting a crash, fire, injury, or fatality. Showing the 300 most recent — grouped by category for scanning.

brakes 6 complaints shown

65 total in this category · severe · avg repair $450 · see brakes cluster analysis →
12/27/2025 ODI #11707269.0

Repaired a friend's vehicle that had a total brake failure. Vehicle only has 50k miles and no brake repair history. Blew all of the brake fluid out of the stainless braided line coming from master cylinder rear brake channel to abs module. Found the line coming from the front channel to master cylinder also starting to fray and come apart as well. Did not blow out yet. No evidence of brake lines rubbing on any components or that anything has been apart or touched before. Line looks to have failed from the inside out.

12/25/2023 ODI #11561777.0

I was at a stop light, the light turned green and I proceeded to lift my foot off of the break giving the vehicle a moment to autostart, I pressed the accelerator, and the car started to make a sputtering sound and tremble terribly. The vehicle's engine shut down in the middle of traffic, no warning lights appeared on my dash board. The power of the vehicle was still on. I placed the car in park, then I turned the power off. I tried to restart the vehicle this time the vehicle continued to shake and sputter but it did not move when I placed the gear in Drive. I had to be pushed put of the road by the Police and then towed to the dealer. The service engineer at the Chevy Dealership was able to start the engine and take it for a test drive, the vehicle also shut done on him but also left hi

12/22/2022 ODI #11498505.0

I would like to bring to your attention the maintenance issue I experienced as it could have been catastrophic. On December 15, 2022 I was driving home from work in Dallas. I was going about 40 mph when the vehicle in front of me started to slow down, so I was going to as well. However, when I tried to, my brake pedal wouldn’t move. I tried again and still nothing. Now my engine light comes on and a “service brake assist” warning is popping up on my dash. I took my foot off the gas to slow down in time and was able to pull to the side of the road. There were NO warnings that this was coming! Please reference this link for other examples of this issue.... https://www.carproblemzoo.com/chevrolet/equinox/service-brakes-problems.php

12/16/2025 Crash ODI #11705394.0

The contact owned a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, when the vehicle in front stopped suddenly, the contact depressed the brake pedal, and the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The vehicle slowed down; however, it did not stop. The contact depressed the brake pedal twice, and the vehicle failed to respond and rear-ended the vehicle in front, where it came to a stop. The contact was unsure whether there was a warning light illuminated. All the air bags were deployed. A police report was filed. The contact sustained minor injuries that did not require medical attention. The vehicle was towed to an unknown location. The insurance company was notified, and the vehicle was declared a total loss. The contact related the failure to  NHTSA Campaign Num

12/12/2024 ODI #11630435.0

The vehicle vacuum system and the power brake booster has caused the vehicle brake to fail in motion the second incident was almost fatal

12/09/2023 ODI #11559288.0

2019 Equinox LT. 1.5 litre Vacuum pump clogged and exploded internally. Almost killed my wife and I when brakes failed. There appears to be TSB’s dating as far back as 2015. Chevy has been aware of this issue yet continued to produce vehicles with this defective and dangerous design. It sounds as if piston rings are prem The pump connects to and is powered by intake cam. Dumb. Micheal Bates dealership say I’m responsible for the parts and repairs, because is no warranty, which are about the car used repairs, all internal damage to engine.

other 5 complaints shown

12/29/2019 ODI #11291922.0

There is a fuel link that appears to be coming from where the fuel tank the leak was found when I park the car and let it site for a few hours. A strong fuel smell and a wet spot on the pavement under the fuel tank. I have smelled the gasoline previously but didn't notic the leak until I had something to unload from my trunk.

12/19/2025 ODI #11706178.0

Symptoms started, changing gears while driving, delayed start at lights on a slant, stalled acceleration on interstate from slowspeed ——-took it in and they said the accumulator is bad and has likely messed up the transmission. They recommended a new transmission for $7000+. Researched and found many 2019s had been recalled for this issue, in 2022, but this one was not. I am wondering why it was not, because now I have a bad transmission at 150,000 miles. Why was this vin not recalled in 2022.

12/17/2021 ODI #11444106.0

Sunroof glass "exploded". Sounded like tire blew out. Scaring me into almost a panic situation. Dealer said they never heard of this. Have not gone to insurance yet. No warning signs.

12/17/2020 1,500 mi ODI #11383987.0

Not present at this time, smell of fuel coming through vents I reported more than once to dealer whom never able to find cause. To date, this happens at times when fan on, after starting vehicle, coming from vents.

12/07/2019 ODI #11287707.0

While driving my vehicle from work to home, the controls on my steering wheel for my stereo stopped working. The volume started going up and down and the channels started changing. I turned my radio off and back on and it immediately continued. I called onstar and asked them if they could determine if anyone was remotely controlling my radio and she told me that they had no way to determine that and I would have to contact my dealer. I disconnected my phone from my car, turned off the wifi and bluetooth settings on my phone and the vehicle and continued driving home. The volume changed a few more times and when I got home I shut my car off. I had to drive it again about 15 minutes later but nothing happened that time. I drove about 20 miles while dealing with the radio going crazy the wh

powertrain 4 complaints shown

34 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $2,500 · see powertrain cluster analysis →
12/29/2022 ODI #11499311.0

I purchased the crossover 2019in or around Sept 2021 the engine light appeared, it was taken to Reedman Toll Chevy of Springfield and they replaced the mass air flow sensor or oxygen sensor. Sept 2022 the engine light appeared again they replaced the oxygen sensor, Dec 19,2022 the engine light appeared again the vehical was taken to Reedman were it remains and I am being told it's th orifice tube(PVC tube). They stated this part is not covered under warranty after research GM bulletin No.: 20-NA-047 states this part is in fact covered. Reedman states the coverage of the service is $2,000.00 I contacted GM warranty dept (Irene) case#9-8392615536 who stated the part is covered also. Reedman refuses to follow the order given under the bulletin and GM.

12/29/2022 ODI #11499390.0

Purchased 2019 Sept 2021 engine light appeared fixed mass air flow by Reedman Chevy Sept 2022 engine reappears they fixed oxygen sensor Dec 19 2022 engine light reappears. Taken to Reedman 12/28/22 states orifice sensor or tube discover GM is aware of issue bullentin no.:20-NA-047 Reedman refused to honor repairs. States service will be $2,000.00 after contacting GM Protection Plan stated they give a $300 good will offer toward repair however the part is not covered under warranty(confused).

12/29/2018 1,100 mi ODI #11163917.0

The engine "auto stop" feature can have enough of a delay to allow the accelerator to be pressed as the engine starts causing it to lurch forward rather than accelerate smoothly. It also can cause a delay when pulling out into heavy traffic. There is currently no way to temporarily or permanently defeat the system on this gm model according to gm service department. Though I am sure it is operating as designed for certain owner driving styles and traffic conditions this can be a serious hazard. Car makers should be required to either disable the feature permanently by owner request or have a method for the owner to bypass the system. With less than 250 miles I have experienced 2 incidents of almost hitting the car in front of me from a stop and 1 of almost being hit pulling into heavy traf

12/13/2024 ODI #11630664.0

Vehicle runs with reduced engine power. Was initially told the turbo needed cleaned, and it continued to happen. Then was told it needed to be replaced. The final result is that the tube that connects to the turbo keeps falling off. Being told there is no fix, and no recall, we just need to keep putting it back on when it pops off.

engine 1 complaint shown

49 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $3,100 · see engine cluster analysis →
12/16/2019 6,000 mi Fire ODI #11289241.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet equinox. While driving 25 MPH, the vehicle backfired and the check engine warning indicator illuminated, which meant there was reduced power. The failure recurred three times. The vehicle was taken to cape coral Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (2200 ne pine island rd, cape coral, fl 33909) where it was diagnosed that the turbo needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred with a burning plastic odor. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed a second time that the turbo needed to be replaced. The vehicle was later taken to roger dean Chevrolet (101 sw pine island rd, cape coral, fl 33991, (239) 74-3326) where it was diagnosed that the turbo failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. Th

cruise control 1 complaint shown

9 total in this category · severe · avg repair $600 · see cruise control cluster analysis →
12/13/2019 11,345 mi ODI #11288838.0

Tl* the contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet equinox. While driving approximately 50 MPH or higher with the adaptive cruise control engaged, the vehicle suddenly made a dinging noise and decelerated. The contact had to wait approximately two minutes before the vehicle returned to normal. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 11,345.

electrical 1 complaint shown

36 total in this category · severe · avg repair $850 · see electrical cluster analysis →
12/12/2025 ODI #11704660.0

In FMVSS 138, it says that the tire pressure monitoring system will warn drivers of under inflated tires. My TPMS system failed on my MY19 Chevrolet Equinox around 49,000 miles and no longer warns me of underinflated tires for all four tires. To fix it I would have to pay out of pocket costs starting at $732, per the dealership, on a safety critical system that should not fail at 6 years/49,000 miles. There is no recall issued after a check of my VIN. Since 1974, the OEM has had a responsibility to provide a free remedy for safety defects and noncompliance. In 2015, the free remedy was changed from 10 years to 15 years by the FAST Act.

fuel system 1 complaint shown

5 total in this category · severe · avg repair $1,200 · see fuel system cluster analysis →
12/11/2025 89,000 mi ODI #11704525.0

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of a fuel-like odor coming from the driver’s side of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the sealed seam had failed and the fuel tank needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 89,000.

lighting 1 complaint shown

4 total in this category · moderate · avg repair $250 · see lighting cluster analysis →
12/02/2024 ODI #11628304.0

Intellibeam feature is not dimming the lights when oncoming vehicles are present or there are vehicles in front of me. This has happened twice now in cold weather only (late November/early December) in Michigan. Also, they do not dim while driving when it's snowing. I have tried to disengage the feature using the button on the left stalk on the steering wheel but the button doesn't seem to turn the feature on or off. This issue could be affecting other drivers as the high beam lights are on as they pass or travel in front of me. Eventually the feature seems to work properly once the vehicle has been driven for 15-20 minutes.

Showing 300 of 289 total complaints. The full federal record is available at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2019/Chevrolet/Equinox#complaints.
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaint database. Last synced 2026-06-28. Complaints are owner-submitted and unverified — the existence of a complaint is not proof of a defect, but a pattern of complaints around the same component is a signal worth weighing. Verify any specific filing at nhtsa.gov.
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