The Chevy Equinox has been a relatively reliable vehicle for most of its production life. There are a few model years to avoid due to bad head gaskets that would blow without warning (2005, 2006). We believe it is best to weigh each model year on its own merit. There are often one year only issues and recalls.
Regardless of the year, the Equinox has been a front or all wheel drive unibody SUV.
Generation 1: 2005-2009
The first generation of Equinox was GM’s entry into the red-hot (at the time) compact crossover sport utility vehicle segment. It utilized the AF33 automatic transmission and the 3.4 LNJ or LY7 V6 motors.
There were serious engine problems for the first couple years of the Equinox, they mostly had to do with the head gasket failing without warning. All years are known to sputter and run rough without having the plugs, wires, and maybe even coils changed around the 100k mark.
- 2005 Chevy Equinox Problems
- 2006 Chevy Equinox Problems
- 2007 Chevy Equinox Problems
- 2008 Chevy Equinox Problems
- 2009 Chevy Equinox Problems
Generation Two: 2010-2016
The second generation Equinox was a styling home run. The mechanics were pretty solid too. The most prevalent issue with them was the issue of oil consumption in the 4 cylinder motor. The 2013 model has an issue with the ball on the wipers going bad. There is a recall on this.
- 2010 Equinox Problems
- 2011 Equinox Problems
- 2012 Equinox Problems
- 2013 Equinox Problems
- 2014 Equinox Problems
- 2015 Chevy Equinox Problems
Common Equinox Problems: All Years
Bad Reverse Camera- The Chevy Equinox is know to have reverse camera failure from time to time. This article will help you Diagnose Equinox Reverse Camera Issues
Equinox Trouble Codes
P0700– Lets you know there is something wrong with the transmission.