2008 Chevrolet Equinox recalls and problems
No recalls and 370 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
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2008 Chevrolet Equinox recalls
NHTSA lists no recalls for this model year.
Most reported problems
Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.
What owners report
Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.
Problem with transmission not shifting properly. Also, the subframe is rusting out because water from the air conditioning unit falls directly on the subframe at that point both are safety hazards My service provider told me about the subframe rusting when I had my oil changed and why it was rusting and I have my…
Head gasket failure as well as intake manifold
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that there was an abnormally strong fuel odor on the outside of the vehicle and the odor was entering into the cabin of the vehicle. The contact noticed that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or…
Door locks they do not like to unlock lock, they will go halfway and get stuck and then I can’t get into my car
The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while starting the vehicle and allowing the vehicle to idle for a minute or two, the contact started smelling an abnormally strong gasoline odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated an orange-colored engine symbol was illuminated. The contact…
Equinox model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 1 | 638 | 56 | 13 |
| 2006 | 0 | 695 | 16 | 9 |
| 2007 | 4 | 685 | 11 | 6 |
| 2008 | 0 | 370 | 9 | 1 |
| 2009 | 0 | 94 | 5 | 1 |
| 2010 | 3 | 784 | 15 | 9 |
| 2011 | 3 | 782 | 30 | 3 |
Across all years, the 2010 Equinox has the most complaints (784). All Chevrolet Equinox years →
Questions
- Does the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox?
- Owners have filed 370 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (110 complaints), followed by electrical system (65).
- How many 2008 Chevrolet Equinox complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 9 of 370 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 12 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 25, 2025.