Does the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox, the most recent reported on October 29, 2020 (Power train: automatic transmission). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?

Owners have filed 308 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (100 complaints), followed by service brakes (72).

How many 2019 Chevrolet Equinox complaints mention a crash or fire?

23 of 308 complaints report a crash and 7 a fire; 9 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2019 Chevrolet Equinox recalls and problems

4 recalls and 308 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox.

recalls

308

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

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.

2019 Chevrolet Equinox recalls

Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 20V668000 · reported October 29, 2020 · General Motors LLC · 194,105 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
The risk: Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.

Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly

NHTSA campaign 19V667000 · reported September 19, 2019 · General Motors LLC · 301 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Equinox all-wheel drive vehicles. The fuel tanks may have been manufactured with an improperly sealed seam, possibly allowing fuel to leak along the seam near the fuel inlet.
The risk: A fuel leak in the presence of the ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192271870.

Seats

NHTSA campaign 19V184000 · reported March 7, 2019 · General Motors LLC · 120 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The rear-right seat may have insufficient welds on the head-restraint bracket.
The risk: In the event of a crash, the insufficient welds may result in an increased risk of injury for an occupant seated in the rear-right position.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-right seatback frame, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. 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 N192209550.

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper

NHTSA campaign 18V576000 · reported August 30, 2018 · General Motors LLC · 210,628 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.
The risk: A reduction of braking performance can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine100
Service brakes72
Electrical system45
Fuel/propulsion system43
Power train37
Unknown or other37
Service brakes, hydraulic13
Vehicle speed control12
Air bags11
Steering9

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 25, 2026 · Service brakes
I had just come back from […]. I just gotten off the highway was turning to go home went to break and I could not depress the break on my dashboard. It said brake assistant failure or brake assistance. Something I was 2 miles from home. I had two babies in the car. I had to drive it 2 mph because it was after dark and…

Oct 24, 2026 · Service brakes
My 2019 Chevrolet Equinox has experienced repeated engine and transmission problems despite multiple repair attempts. I spent approximately $10,000 on a new transmission, but the vehicle still runs but will not move. These recurring failures raise serious safety concerns. The exact cause is UNKNOWN, and repair records…

Oct 19, 2026 · Fuel/propulsion system
•Vehicle: 2019 Chevrolet Equinox •Speed: Approximately 70 mph •Warning displayed: "Vehicle Power Reduced" •Vehicle reduced speed to approximately 30 mph •Vehicle would not accelerate •Safety risk: Exposure to high-speed traffic and possible rear-end collision •Dealer stated VIN is not covered by any recall •Symptoms…

Oct 12, 2026 · Service brakes · crash reported
1- brakes failed entering garage they were applied, it screeched and hit the wall 2- there was a safety risk, but fortunately no injuries, just vehicle and property damage 3 - not reproduce, dealer who had performed rear brake job 4 weeks prior looked at it and said it was fine 4- no it has not been inspected by…

Oct 6, 2026 · Service brakes
SAFETY VEHICLE COMPLAINT / DEFECT REPORT Vehicle: 2019 Chevrolet Equinox Complaint Type: Brake Failure / Loss of Braking Ability / Vehicle Malfunction Incident Date: … Location: […] Request: Safety defect investigation Description of Incident On …, while my 2019 Chevrolet Equinox was being operated in the […] area…

Equinox model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2016	1	399	14	3
2017	0	276	18	4
2018	5	410	23	4
2019	4	308	23	7
2020	4	318	21	7
2021	4	100	6	0
2022	6	186	14	3

Across all years, the 2010 Equinox has the most complaints (784). All Chevrolet Equinox years →

Questions

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox, the most recent reported on October 29, 2020 (Power train: automatic transmission). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?: Owners have filed 308 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine (100 complaints), followed by service brakes (72).
How many 2019 Chevrolet Equinox complaints mention a crash or fire?: 23 of 308 complaints report a crash and 7 a fire; 9 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, 2026.