2009 Chevrolet Equinox recalls and problems
No recalls and 94 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.
2009 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.
Odometer Fraud - The contact purchased a 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 186,425 as stated on the contract. The contact stated that the speedometer was possibly tampered with because the…
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact discovered a fuel leak coming from the gas tank. The contact also stated that the check engine warning light was illuminating while driving up an incline; however…
The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the traction control warning light illuminated and the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS AN ABNORMALLY STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT LOOKED UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE AND NOTICE A FUEL LEAK COMING FROM THE FUEL TANK. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE…
I WAS HEADING DOWNTOWN WITH MY KIDS AND THIS CAR CUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WHILE I WAS DRIVING THIS WAS ONE OF THE WORSE DAYS OF MY LIFE CHEVROLET SHOULD BE ASHAMED ALL THEM EQUINOX NEEDS TO BE RECALLED BEFORE SOMEONE DIES THIS CAR SET A LITTLE BLAZE STALLED OUT IVE ONLY SEEN CHEVY EQUINOX DO THIS
Equinox model years compared
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2012 | 3 | 685 | 16 | 6 |
Across all years, the 2010 Equinox has the most complaints (784). All Chevrolet Equinox years →
Questions
- Does the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?
- NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox as of October 27, 2026.
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox?
- Owners have filed 94 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (26 complaints), followed by electrical system (23).
- How many 2009 Chevrolet Equinox complaints mention a crash or fire?
- 5 of 94 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 6 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.
Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 7, 2026.