2023 CHEVROLET EQUINOX Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox. This model year has 78 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Fuel/Propulsion System.
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Worst 2023 Chevrolet Equinox Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Fuel/Propulsion System
Brake System
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 32 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 16 | 1 | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 15 | 1 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 10 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 6 | 2 | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 6 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 2 | 2 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 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 2023 Chevrolet Equinox. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
Showing 78 most recent complaints
It keeps stalling and trying to die out. I seen this has been an issue in previous years and in some cases this year. There has not been a recall issued yet for the 2023.
On January 21, 2026 i was involved in a car accident with a tractor in which the tractor collided with my passenger front side of my car causing me to slide into corn field causing the total destruction of my vehicle. None of my airbags deployed. There were no warning lamps or in…
I have confirmed with a reputable repair shop that my alternator is defective and is dangerous to drive. No dealership in my area will entertain that this is a possibility. I have consistently had problems with braking, accelerating and steering. My vehicle throws codes constantl…
Recall/Loss of Power I am filing a safety complaint regarding a 2023 Chevy Equinox. The vehicle began losing engine power and will not go over 40 mph. This creates a dangerous driving situation because the vehicle cannot maintain highway speed. The vehicle has a fuel system rec…
Check engine light turns off and on every day and it’s popping up high pressure fuel pump I Was told it was a problem with these make year and model vehicles and was considered a recall but was told my vin didn’t pop up as a recall and have to pay out of pocket I had less than 30…
My Equinox completely stopped functioning in the middle of a major intersection as I was making a left turn during 5pm traffic. I was able to push the car out of the intersection with the help of other drivers (they had to exit their vehicles to assist) and the car restarted - I …
I can be driving at speeds up to 40 -60mph. The car will just shut down on high way, putting not only myself but children at risk of a crash. The car will start reduced power engine, and the engine will start to stall and completely shut down. I have taken it to nick chevy in ta…
Within the past two months, I have experienced multiple significant mechanical failures that raise serious concerns about the reliability and safety of this vehicle. First, the air conditioning compressor failed at approximately 55,000 miles. This was an unexpected and costly re…
High capacity fuel pump stopped working while going up a hill. Lost all driving power on freeway and was unable to accelerate any more. Luckily there was a pull off on the freeway or I would have been on a blind turn with cars going 70mph. Had to have pump replaced at a local sho…
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, he observed a "reduced engine power " message appear and the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was steered to the side…
My car has a vibration, I went to the dealer after one week of buying it, they first told me it has a learning transmission and after it learns how I drive it will go away. I later found out there is not such thing, the vibration at first was at slow speeds 30 t0 40 mph. I made …
My car has been shutting down or going into limp mode. It has happened 4 times now and has left me stranded. The second time it happened I was going highway speeds and car lost power causing me to almost get rearended trying to pull my car off road. The 3rd time it happened my …
In September 2025 engine light came on and the message Engine Power is Reduced. The message and light went off. In October 2025 the engine light came on again and another message came on. Something like service ES. I didn’t catch the rest of it. No trouble driving and engine lig…
Check engine light, reduced engine performance, stalling antiskid message coming on misfire won’t accelerate hard starting. First time June 2025 bad fuel injector second time August 2025 bad fuel injector third time October 2025 car at dealership replacing high-pressure fuel pump…
Car stalling
The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving uphill, the vehicle lost motive power with the check engine warning illuminated. The contact immediately depressed the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle accelerated, and the light turned off. The ve…
High pressure fuel pump bad before 60,000 miles
The component that’s failed and malfunctioning is the High Pressure Fuel Pump. Myself and my children’s safety was put at risk multiple times when the vehicle shut off multiple times and sputtering going into reduced power mode and the vehicle shutting off multiple times after i…
While I was driving the Engine reduce power came on. I was currently doing 75 miles and the truck dropped down to 55 miles per hour. I took it to the Chevrolet place and it needed a fuel pump , and I was advised that this has been a common issue for the Chevrolet Equinox vehicles…
I want to explain my case to protect a future person with this problem and that they soon take action. This has happened to me on 2 occasions. [XXX], my vehicle suddenly stopped at a speed of 55 miles on [XXX] in Miami and the car dashboard showed a lack of gasoline power that t…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox.
Recalls for 2023 Chevrolet Equinox
3 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2023 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.
2023 Chevrolet Equinox — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox has 78 NHTSA owner complaints, 4 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Fuel/Propulsion System (32 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
#1: Fuel/Propulsion System (32 complaints). #2: Brake System (16 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (15 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox has 4 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 78 total NHTSA complaints. 3 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?▾
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2023 Chevrolet Equinox. The largest issue: SEATS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2023 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Fuel/Propulsion System 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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