2011 CHEVROLET EQUINOX Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. This model year has 778 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2011 Chevrolet Equinox Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
Electrical Faults
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 418 | 3 | 2 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 145 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 73 | 5 | 2 | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 69 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 61 | 3 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 56 | — | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 55 | 3 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 51 | 16 | 1 | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 50 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 43 | 3 | — | — | |
| Brake System | 27 | 8 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 14 | 4 | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 13 | 3 | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 11 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 4 | 1 | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Traction Control System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Diesel | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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Vehicle burns excessive oil. Have to put in a quart weekly. Check engine light comes on for camshaft sensor, they’ve already been replaced 3 times and the light won’t go off.
Wipers have stopped working, have had it repaired twice and they keep quitting.
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. While driving at various speeds, there was a misfire coming from the engine while attempting to accelerate. The failure occurred while attempting to acc…
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while the windshield wiper was activated, the windshield wiper arms detached. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The…
While driving, the car wouldn't accelerate even though I was pressing the gas pedal to the floor. It made funny noises and was jerking. I was told not to drive because of the danger to my engine. The engine light did come on
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. In addition, the contact stated that once the fuel gauge displayed that 1/4 tank of gasoline was available, the…
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. In addition, the vehicle jerked, and an abnormal sound was heard coming from the e…
I BOUGHT THIS OFF OF A PRIVATE PERSON ,SHORTLY AFTER IT STARTED NOT TAKEN ITS GAS AND DYING OUT ON THE HIGHWAY OR SHORT ERRANDS ,I STARTED PUTTING A BUNCH OF MONEY IN IT IVE REPLACED ALL I KNOW TO DO AND IT STILL WONT TAKES ITS GAS ,I HAVE BEEN STALLED IN AN INTERSECTION BEFORE B…
three times now my gas pedal has stuck down to the floor and had unsafe speeds reaching 95mph this is unsafe for us and others on the road wrote GM several times now with no help from them this needs to be checked out for everyone out there how many wrecks and rear end collision …
To whom it may concern: I am writing to notify you that I own a 2011 Chevy Equinox and take very good care of my vehicles. But I wanted to let you know that I have had three incidents in which the gas pedal sticks, and the vehicle goes up to 95 miles an hour. I have contacted th…
Gas is getting into the crankcase because the GDI Fuel pump is faulty and is causing check engine light and the stability Trax light and caused the reduce engine power light and shuts engine off
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel, prompting the contact to discontinue driving the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who observed a s…
It burns oil excessively Stalls out while driving Stability traction control comes on Timing chain has to be replaced now Fuel pump needs replacement All this happened at same time My cost is 2700.00
catalytic converter, exhuast manifold, and whole exhaust system need to be replaced
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15-20 MPH and making a left turn, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagno…
Oil burns, no leaks, no lights appear for low oil. I get the oil changed every 3000 miles. We put 3 quarts in and 200 miles later it's burned 1.5 qt.
The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the message to “Service Air Bags” was displayed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 160,…
Jerking between gears
The contact owned a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving up a hill on a 2-lane road at approximately 45 mph, an oncoming vehicle in the opposing lane had taken too wide of a turn and had entered her lane, to avoid a head-on collision the contact swerved i…
No warning lamps. I was 3 quarts low only going 1614 miles from last oil change. Oil consumption , piston rings not correct. No oil leaks just consumes a lot of oil. Low oil made my car stall out while driving. No oil light came on to fill. Piston rings recall , needs replaced. B…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Recalls for 2011 Chevrolet Equinox
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2011 Chevrolet Equinox — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2011 Chevrolet Equinox has 778 NHTSA owner complaints, 29 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (418 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
#1: Engine Problems (418 complaints). #2: Transmission / Drivetrain (145 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (73 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
The 2011 Chevrolet Equinox has 29 crash-related complaints and 3 fire reports out of 778 total NHTSA complaints. 40 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?▾
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The largest issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
The 2011 Chevrolet Equinox has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Equinox reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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