2020 Chevrolet Equinox problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 308 owner complaints on file for the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox, filed between 2019-12-05 and 2026-09-24. The most common problem areas are the service brakes (97, 31%), engine (89, 29%) and fuel/propulsion system (50, 16%). Owners reported 20 crashes, 7 fires, 12 injuries and 1 death in these complaints. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2020 Chevrolet Equinox complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service brakes | 97 | 31% | 8 | 2 | 5 |
| Engine | 89 | 29% | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 50 | 16% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 43 | 14% | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 41 | 13% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Power train | 39 | 13% | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 15 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 14 | 5% | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Steering | 13 | 4% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 12 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 10 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 9 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 7 | 2% | 6 | 0 | 7 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 7 | 2% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 7 | 2% | 1 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Service brakes: 97 complaints
- 97 complaints of 308 (31%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 23 of them also name the engine; owners reported 8 crashes, 2 fires and 5 injuries in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox; the recall, campaign 19V704000, says: “The rear brake calipers may have been produced with an incorrect lubricant, potentially causing the rubber seals to swell and the brakes to drag.”
Engine: 89 complaints
- 89 complaints of 308 (29%) name the engine.
- 23 of them also name the service brakes; owners reported 3 crashes, 3 fires and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox covers this system.
Fuel/propulsion system: 50 complaints
- 50 complaints of 308 (16%) name the fuel/propulsion system — the fuel tank, pump, lines, injectors and fuel-system controls.
- 14 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox covers this system.
Electrical system: 41 complaints
- 41 complaints of 308 (13%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 11 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox covers this system.
Power train: 39 complaints
- 39 complaints of 308 (13%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 15 of them also name the engine; owners reported 3 crashes in these complaints.
- One NHTSA recall covers this system on the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox; the recall, campaign 20V668000, says: “The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.”
Vehicle speed control: 15 complaints
- 15 complaints of 308 (5%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 6 of them also name the engine; owners reported 1 crash in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 29 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2024 | 54 |
| 2025 | 61 |
| 2026 | 63 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names EQUINOX, model year 2020. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox's most common problem areas are the service brakes (97 of 308 complaints), engine (89 of 308 complaints) and fuel/propulsion system (50 of 308 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox have?
NHTSA has 308 owner complaints on file for the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox, including 20 reported crashes and 7 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox's problems?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox; 2 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.