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2013 Chevrolet Equinox recalls & problems

The 2013 Chevrolet Equinox has 2 safety recalls and 751 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (412 complaints).

Recalls2safety recalls
Complaints751filed by owners
Crashes · fires20 · 5reported in complaints
NHTSA overall4 ★crash-test stars
2013 Chevrolet Equinox in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

VisibilityAug 4, 2016

Windshield wiper/washer › Motor

Recall 16V582000367,808 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode and wear over time, possibly resulting in one or both of the windshield wipers becoming inoperative.
Risk
Inoperative windshield wipers may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
GM will notify owners, dealers will repair the AIP-hole, inspect and, if necessary, replace the front wiper module, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. 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 25302.
Electrical systemJul 5, 2016

Ignition

Recall 16V5020008,367 vehicles

Problem
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
Risk
If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.

Components: Electrical system › Ignition; Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2013 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk17.4%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2013 Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk19.1%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2013 Chevrolet Equinox NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2013 Chevrolet Equinox NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Equinox FWD

26mpg combined
City / highway22 / 31 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,600/year to fuel

Equinox FWD FFV

26mpg combined
City / highway22 / 31 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,600/year to fuel

Equinox AWD

23mpg combined
City / highway20 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Equinox AWD FFV

23mpg combined
City / highway20 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Equinox FWD FFV

20mpg combined
City / highway17 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

Equinox FWD

20mpg combined
City / highway17 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

Equinox AWD

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

Equinox AWD FFV

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Engine41214891,918 mi
Visibility/wiper14400058,500 mi
Power trainTransfer case (4-wheel drive)8010184,000 mi
Electrical systemIgnition; Software6913035,264 mi
Unknown or other6310180,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system4300095,000 mi
Air bags25110850,000 mi
VisibilityDefroster/defogger/hvac system; Windshield wiper/washer2000044,500 mi
Electronic stability control (esc)2010087,600 mi
Steering1920071,122 mi
Service brakes1210114,693 mi
Vehicle speed control1200059,000 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.