Recalls ·2017 Chevrolet Equinox AWD

2017 Chevrolet Equinox AWD recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox AWD. Owners filed 273 complaints, most often about engine. Among the 20 model years of this model in the database, 2017 ranks #18 for number of recalls.

Recalls0
Complaints273
Crashes reported3in stored complaints

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What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Engine27 · 68%
Electrical system7 · 18%
Engine and engine cooling5 · 12%
Fuel/propulsion system4 · 10%
Unknown or other3 · 8%
Air bags3 · 8%
Vehicle speed control2 · 5%
Visibility/wiper2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

202517
202623

From owner complaints

The 2.4L engine is experiencing significant issues, including power loss and rapid oil consumption. The power loss has been observed while driving on both expressways and city streets. The oil burning commenced less than a month after an oil change, resulting in an oil level of zero. This situation poses a risk of…

Engine · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - 2.4L engine failure. PCV system froze Dec 05 2025. Crankcase pressure increased and caused the rear main engine seal to fail, which inturn allowed all the engine oil to leak out. Due to oil starvation the timing chain…

Engine · Dec 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

Twice the exhaust has leaked into the cabin to the point where it is very noticeable. It causes headaches and breathing problems. GM has known of this issue for several years and it has been reported several times. GM placed a bandaid on it knowing it would fail.

Unknown or other · Nov 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, there was an abnormal odor entering the cabin of the vehicle while the air conditioning system was activated or turned off. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that…

Engine and engine cooling · Nov 2025 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.