Severe Issues

2019 CHEVROLET EQUINOX Problems

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. This model year has 282 NHTSA complaints β€” top issue: Engine Problems.

282
Complaints
20
Crashes
7
Fires
8
Injuries
β€”
Deaths
4
Recalls

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Worst 2019 Chevrolet Equinox Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1
96
complaints

Engine Problems

Crash-related:3
Fires:3
#2
73
complaints

Brake System

Crash-related:9
Fires:1
Injuries:3
#3
43
complaints

Electrical Faults

Crash-related:1
Fires:1

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume
Engine Problems9633β€”
Brake System7391β€”
Electrical Faults4311β€”
Fuel/Propulsion System3931β€”
Uncategorized Issues361β€”β€”
Transmission / Drivetrain33β€”1β€”
Hydraulic122β€”β€”
Unintended Acceleration121β€”β€”
Airbag Malfunctions1081β€”
Steering Defects91β€”β€”
Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB7β€”β€”β€”
Seat-Related Issues6β€”β€”β€”
Headlight/Taillight Failures6β€”β€”β€”
Fuel System5β€”1β€”
Gasoline5β€”1β€”
Visibility/Wiper3β€”β€”β€”
Seat Belt Issues3β€”β€”β€”
Electronic Stability Control (Esc)3β€”β€”β€”
Back Over Prevention21β€”β€”
Visibility2β€”β€”β€”
Tire Issues2β€”β€”β€”
Structural Problems21β€”β€”
Lane Departure2β€”β€”β€”
Wheel Issues21β€”β€”
Suspension Failures1β€”β€”β€”
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility1β€”β€”β€”
Equipment1β€”β€”β€”

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

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Showing 282 most recent complaints

Brake SystemApr 27, 2026

The contact owned a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 80 MPH, the brakes failed to operate properly while the brake pedal was depressed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it…

Back Over PreventionπŸ’₯ CrashApr 20, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while reversing from a complete stop, the rearview camera and beeping sound were inoperable, causing the vehicle to crash into an electrical grid. The liftgate and the rear bumpers were damaged. There were no inju…

Brake SystemApr 14, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 45 MPH and exiting the parkway, the brake pedal was depressed but remained depressed to the floorboard. The contact's husband attempted to pump the brake pedal, but the …

Brake SystemApr 4, 2026

On Monday 12/22 at around 10:30am, I was driving back from Stanford CA where I have been taking my mom to her radiation therapy appointments. All of a sudden my brakes got super hard (Service Brake Assist appeared) and when pressing the brake pedal it continued to accelerate, I w…

Brake SystemMar 31, 2026

My brakes stopped working while driving on highway I80 West. I had to have AAA tow my car to nearby shop. The mechanic said my vacuum pump needed to be replaced and he sees this happen often with Chevrolets.

Electrical FaultsMar 5, 2026

On multiple occasions my vehicle (2019 equinox LT) that I bought just over 30 days ago has falsely activated the forward collision feature and slammed on its own brakes followed by β€œservice ESC” and β€œservice brake assist” with traction control lights and stability control lights …

Electrical FaultsFeb 27, 2026

The instrument cluster and driver information center is completely blank, and none of the steering wheel controls are operating. Vehicle starts and runs normally, but no indication of speed, turn signals, headlights, gas level, etc.

Engine ProblemsFeb 20, 2026

Air filter box housing top came off. Loss of power. Found that screws are used instead of a latch system. They had been wrenched down after last oil change and cracked the screw housing which is plastic. Filter housing came loose allowed more air and dirt to come into the housin…

Brake SystemπŸ’₯ CrashFeb 10, 2026

My wife and I were in our car driving on [XXX] on [XXX] at about 4:30 in the afternoon. I was about three car lengths behind the car in front of me and I was doing 30-32 miles per hour. The brake lights in front of me went to red and I immediately stepped on my brakes but my car…

Fuel/Propulsion SystemFeb 6, 2026

This issue presents a serious safety concern. During the initial occurrence, the vehicle was unable to sustain highway speeds for extended periods (approximately 10 minutes or more). When coming to a stop, the vehicle would shake, rev unexpectedly, lose power, and shut off comple…

Engine ProblemsFeb 5, 2026

A "Reduced Engine Power" warning in a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox LT usually indicates the car has entered "limp mode" to protect the engine, most commonly caused by a dirty/faulty throttle body, loose Charge Air Cooler (CAC) tube, or sensor issues (MAF/TPS). Common codes include P029…

Seat-Related IssuesFeb 5, 2026

My 2019 Chevy Equinox, LT model has experienced issues where the seat will no longer recline. Seat that raises but won't recline is likely caused by a faulty seat control switch, a jammed recline actuator/gear, or a broken wire, rather than a blown fuse.

Engine ProblemsFeb 2, 2026

The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving 80 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to accelerate above 35 MPH. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was dete…

Fuel/Propulsion SystemJan 25, 2026

Could smell gas, looked under car saw gas dripping on driveway, coming from area where fuel tank is located, looks like it is coming from top of tank. Gas seems to leak only when tank is full and the outside temperature is cold ,below 20 degrees.

Airbag MalfunctionsπŸ’₯ CrashJan 16, 2026

The contact's boyfriend owns a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH and decelerating to 50 MPH to switch lanes, the vehicle drove over an icy road surface and spun. The contact attempted to turn the wheel and depressed the brake pedal; however, the…

Seat-Related IssuesJan 6, 2026

Ever since we’ve had the 2019 Chevrolet equinox which was purchased in 2019 from Capital Chevrolet in Montgomery, Alabama, the seats and the side mirrors both will not stay programmed. The dealership kept telling us there was nothing wrong and kept telling us how to program the s…

Brake SystemDec 27, 2025

Repaired a friend's vehicle that had a total brake failure. Vehicle only has 50k miles and no brake repair history. Blew all of the brake fluid out of the stainless braided line coming from master cylinder rear brake channel to abs module. Found the line coming from the front cha…

Uncategorized IssuesDec 19, 2025

Symptoms started, changing gears while driving, delayed start at lights on a slant, stalled acceleration on interstate from slowspeed β€”β€”-took it in and they said the accumulator is bad and has likely messed up the transmission. They recommended a new transmission for $7000+. R…

Brake SystemπŸ’₯ CrashDec 16, 2025

The contact owned a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, when the vehicle in front stopped suddenly, the contact depressed the brake pedal, and the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The vehicle slowed down; however, it did not stop. The co…

Electrical FaultsDec 12, 2025

In FMVSS 138, it says that the tire pressure monitoring system will warn drivers of under inflated tires. My TPMS system failed on my MY19 Chevrolet Equinox around 49,000 miles and no longer warns me of underinflated tires for all four tires. To fix it I would have to pay out o…

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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox.

Recalls for 2019 Chevrolet Equinox

4 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2019 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.

20V668000Invalid Date
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

18V576000Invalid Date
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

19V667000Invalid Date
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

19V184000Jul 3, 2019
SEATS

2019 Chevrolet Equinox β€” FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?β–Ύ

Severe Issues. The 2019 Chevrolet Equinox has 282 NHTSA owner complaints, 20 crash-related, and 4 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (96 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?β–Ύ

#1: Engine Problems (96 complaints). #2: Brake System (73 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (43 complaints)

At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?β–Ύ

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?β–Ύ

The 2019 Chevrolet Equinox has 20 crash-related complaints and 7 fire reports out of 282 total NHTSA complaints. 8 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?β–Ύ

Yes β€” 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The largest issue: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.

Should I buy a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?β–Ύ

The 2019 Chevrolet Equinox has severe issues β€” 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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