2013 CHEVROLET EQUINOX Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. This model year has 745 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2013 Chevrolet Equinox Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Visibility/Wiper
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 420 | 1 | 4 | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 144 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 79 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 69 | 1 | 3 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 62 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 42 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 25 | 11 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 20 | 1 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 19 | 2 | — | — | |
| Visibility | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 13 | 1 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 12 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 10 | 3 | 2 | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 7 | 3 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 7 | 1 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Equipment | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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While driving at around 110,900 to 111,115 miles(it being 111,115 now), it occassionally will get a very loud thumping sound and my car goes into limp mode and loses power. Shakes horribly bad in the process. I have to turn the car off and sit there waiting for it to calm down an…
Excessive oil consumption i have the same 2.1 liter echo tech engine that was previously involved in the lawsuit against General Motors for the 2013 chevy equinox excessive oil consumption. My car has stalled, jerked and keeps me in the auto parts stores buying oil all the time e…
Frozen PCV that blew rear engine seal
PCV Valve froze due to poor design and crankcase couldn't vent which blew out the rear main seal. Obvious design flaw
My 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (~132,000 miles) has a serious and unsafe oil consumption problem. I had a full oil change, and only two weeks later the dipstick was completely dry. The vehicle provided no warning lights, no low-oil indication, and the GM Oil Life Monitoring System gav…
Dashboard display does not work so I'm unable to see my speed or odometer.
I am submitting this complaint regarding an ongoing and serious safety-related timing chain issue with my 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT. The timing chain loses tension intermittently, which places the vehicle at immediate risk of significant engine damage, stalling, or complete loss …
It keeps throwing an error and my truck goes into Reduced engine power mode. It happens out of nowhere. One minute it's fine the next my engine starts to reduce power and I can't go faster then 25 mph. We have already replaced the high pressure fuel rail sensor and the fuel pump.…
When gas is applied the transmission skips and doesn't get the power needed to drive car safely. I don't have any lights to indicate this is a problem within the engine. This recall has been issued for my vehicle but when I contacted the customer service for repairs, my vehicle i…
Air conditioner stops working intermittently
Purchased my 2013 Chevy Equinox from certified Chevrolet dealer in 2023. All 4 of my tires are: Michelin Latitude Tour M+S (Radial X Green), P235/55 R18. DOT M33J 007X 3012. These are the same tires that were on my SUV at time of purchase & are still on it. Upon purchasing from…
This car burned through oil like you would not believe. I was unaware of the issues surrounding the engine in my 2013 Chevrolet Equinox until my engine stalled and completely shutdown while I was driving to work in January 2025. I was very lucky I was the only one on the road at …
Have a 2013 Equinox. After driving for 30 minutes the Stabilink light comes on, car car shakes & extreme reduced power. Now my car will not start have been without car. And about to lose my job.
Gm motors sent a recall for 2013 chevy equinox due to bad pistons and excessive oil consumtion . Took to dealership to attempt to fix but they denied to. My car now stalls after a thousand miles in after oil change and it continues to do so while I'm driving. I'm concerned as for…
Vehicle consuming oil to the point where the engine is knocking. I have to constantly add oil to the vehicle to keep it at optimal levels. Already had to replace the engine once out of my own pocket.
I have a crack in the manifold leading to an exhaust leak. This is apparently a very, very common and known issue with the equinox but there's no recall on the 2013 model. Sounds like there should be.
All at once it is burning all the oil. I have done regular oil changes and all was well until about 2 months ago. Was driving car and it made noises so checked oil and none registered on dip stick. Added oil and few weeks later took for oul change and again no oil on dipstick. Lo…
Engine and coolant system. The engine consumes the oil. Burns the oil way too fast. Also the cooling fan is inoperable. I’m afraid the car will overheat. Check engine light is on.
I was driving my car like usual and I almost reached home and my windshield vipers stopped working. I parked my car and checked it and the wipers are not working.
It failed inspection after repairs secondary air injection pump TCM PMC . Check engine light came back on after it passed .
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
Recalls for 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2013 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.
2013 Chevrolet Equinox — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?▾
Notable Issues. The 2013 Chevrolet Equinox has 745 NHTSA owner complaints, 18 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (420 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
#1: Engine Problems (420 complaints). #2: Visibility/Wiper (144 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (79 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
The 2013 Chevrolet Equinox has 18 crash-related complaints and 5 fire reports out of 745 total NHTSA complaints. 20 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?▾
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. The largest issue: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
The 2013 Chevrolet Equinox has notable 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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