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2019 Chevrolet Equinox

Recalls, consumer complaints, safety ratings, fuel cost estimate, and next steps from official public data sources.

2019 Chevrolet Equinox
4 Total recalls
Oct 29, 2020 Latest recall date
288 Complaint reports
$1,998 Estimated fuel cost
Quick answer: The 2019 Chevrolet Equinox has 4 official recalls and 288 consumer complaints in our database. The latest recall date is Oct 29, 2020. The most common complaint categories include engine, service brakes, unknown or other. Estimated annual fuel cost is $1,998 based on the current calculator assumptions.

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Recall homework

There are 4 official recalls listed for this model year. Before buying, use the VIN to confirm which campaigns are still open and ask for dealer repair records on completed work.

Owner complaint pattern

Owner complaints most often mention engine, service brakes, unknown or other. Scan those categories before the test drive so you know what symptoms, warning lights, or service history to ask about.

Service bulletin signal

685 manufacturer communications are listed. These are not recalls, but they can reveal repair instructions, warranty extensions, software notices, or known service patterns.

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The fuel-cost estimate is based on a representative EPA match, not every trim. Confirm the actual engine, drivetrain, and tire setup before comparing this listing with another year or model.

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  • Can you show the current VIN recall status for this 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?
  • Do you have dealer invoices or campaign paperwork for the listed recall repairs?
  • Have you noticed any issues related to engine, service brakes, unknown or other?
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Safety ratings

Official safety ratings were found for 2 tested variants of the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox.

Overall 5/5 stars
Frontal crash 5/5 stars
Side crash 5/5 stars
Rollover 4/5 stars

Displayed variant: 2019 Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD ; rollover risk 16.4%

Safety ratings can vary by tested body style, trim, drivetrain, or variant. Do not assume every trim has the same rating unless the official record says so.
Variant Overall Front Side Rollover
2019 Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD Default 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars
2019 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 5/5 stars 4/5 stars

How many recalls does the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox have?

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4 official recalls on record for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. 29 matched quarterly completion reports are available.

Latest recall: October 29, 2020

Recall data is based on official records. This page is not an official VIN recall check. Always confirm open recalls with an official VIN lookup, the manufacturer, or an authorized dealer. Completion reports are campaign-level, delayed, and not VIN-specific.
Campaign Component Summary Consequence Remedy Date Completion
20V668000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 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. Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire. 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. Oct 2020 2023-2
153,928 remedied / 194,105 involved (79.3%)
19V667000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY 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. A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. 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. Sep 2019 2021-1
262 remedied / 301 involved (87.0%)
19V184000 SEATS 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. In the event of a crash, the insufficient welds may result in an increased risk of injury for an occupant seated in the rear-right position. 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. Mar 2019 2020-3
119 remedied / 120 involved (99.2%)
18V576000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER 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. A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash. 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. Aug 2018 2020-1
201,894 remedied / 210,628 involved (95.8%)

Are there manufacturer notices for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?

Official records show 685 manufacturer communications on record for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox.

1 warranty 2 service campaigns 0 software/OTA

Common components: EQUIPMENT (213), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (185), ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING (138), ENGINE (111), POWER TRAIN (87)

Manufacturer communications are not recalls. They can include service bulletins, repair instructions, warranty extensions, software updates, service campaigns, and other notices.
Date Type Component Summary ID / document
Apr 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available. 11030974
PIT3271Q
Mar 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This preliminary information discusses a condition that may arise from the drivers window switch sending an errant message causing the vehicle to enter manual fob learn mode. 11030360
PIT5992B
Mar 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. 11030091
PIP4902V
Mar 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect. 11030092
PIP6104
Mar 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss 11029950
PIT6425D
Jan 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's 11027697
PIT6425C
Jan 2026 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. 11027601
PIP4902U
Nov 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical Assistance Center. If valid vibration frequency or Road Force Variation data has been collected and a repair attempt does not correct the customer complaint, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further support. For any vehicles that remains unrepaired after being at the dealer for three days or more and a related bulletin or PI is not found, contact General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further support. 11025755
PIT5214G
Oct 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's 11024460
PIT6425B
Oct 2025 Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions UNKNOWN OR OTHER This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's 11024455
PIT6425A

What are the most common 2019 Chevrolet Equinox complaints?

288 total complaints on record

How much does the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox cost in fuel?

Estimated annual cost $1,998 $167/month at 12,000 miles/year
Effective efficiency 27.0 MPG
Energy used 444 gal/yr
Price assumption $4.50 $/gal

Assumptions: 25 city / 30 highway / 27 combined MPG · Regular Gasoline · efficiency ratings from official public data when available · fuel price default: official public data (U.S. average, Jun 3, 2026)

334 g/mi CO2Fuel score 6/10Smog 5/10

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