2021 Chevrolet Equinox Problems
What owners have reported about the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox a good year?
It's one of the better years for the Equinox. Owners have filed 99 complaints with NHTSA, the 15th most of 19 Equinox model years. The most reported problems involve the fuel system, engine and electrical system.
99 complaints 4 recalls, 2 crash risk 15th worst of 19 Equinox years
Top 2021 Chevrolet Equinox problems
Fuel system problems
24 complaints (24%) name the fuel system, most often the control / drive module.
Engine problems
18 complaints (18%) name the engine.
Electrical problems
18 complaints (18%) name the electrical system, most often the body control module / BCM and speedometer / odometer.
Transmission problems
17 complaints (17%) name the transmission.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (25 of 99). The amber line is the middle value, about 55,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2021 Chevrolet Equinox recalls
Child seat anchors may not fit properly
Injury riskExcess paint on the rear seat LATCH anchor bars can keep a child seat from attaching to them, so the seat may not be secured in a crash. This is a child safety problem and the vehicles do not meet federal child seat anchorage standards.
Fix: Until the repair is done, install child seats with the rear seat belts; the dealer will inspect the anchor bars and refinish them as needed at no cost to you.
Recall 23V339000 · May 2023Fuel pump may cause engine stalling
Can stallThe fuel pump module may not reliably supply enough fuel to the engine, which can make the engine stall. A sudden stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: The dealer will replace the fuel pump module at no cost to you.
Recall 23V013000 · Jan 2023Tires may separate tread, causing crashes
Crash riskSome tires may have been made with too little curing agent, so the tread can separate from the tire while driving. If that happens, the driver can lose control of the vehicle and crash.
Fix: The dealer will check the tire DOT numbers and replace any affected tires free of charge.
Recall 21V612000 · Aug 2021Wrong bolts may loosen seat belt anchors
Crash riskSome seat belts were fastened with incorrect bolts, so the belt may not be properly attached to the car. In a crash, the belt may fail to hold an occupant in place, raising the risk of injury.
Fix: The dealer will replace the suspect bolts with the correct ones at no cost to you.
Recall 20V811000 · Dec 2020Get an email when your 2021 Chevrolet Equinox gets a new recall
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Equinox years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
Common questions
Is the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox a reliable year?
It's one of the better years for the Equinox. Owners have filed 99 complaints with NHTSA, the 15th most of 19 Equinox model years. The most reported problems involve the fuel system, engine and electrical system.
What are the most common 2021 Chevrolet Equinox problems?
Owners most often report problems with the fuel system, engine, electrical system and transmission. 24 complaints (24%) name the fuel system, most often the control / drive module.
At what mileage do 2021 Chevrolet Equinox fuel system problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 40,000–72,000 miles, with a middle value near 61,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox have?
4. Child seat anchors may not fit properly (23V339000); Fuel pump may cause engine stalling (23V013000); Tires may separate tread, causing crashes (21V612000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2021 Chevrolet Equinox?
Ask for service records covering the fuel system, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2026, 2024 and 2009 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.