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2027 Chevrolet EquinoxRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox. Most complaints involve steering (1) and suspension (1). The EPA rates it 26–108 mpg combined.

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Combined MPG
26–108mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
1
Top: steering
Fuel cost / yr
$700est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox as of Nov 1, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 1, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

1 complaints filed with NHTSA · Oct 2026 – Oct 2026
  1. Steering1
  2. Suspension1
  3. Lane departure1

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Equinox model year we’ve synced.

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Model yearNHTSA complaints
2005638
2006695
2007685
2008370
200994
2010784
2011783
2012685
2013751
2014549
2015680
2016399
2017276
2018410
2019310
2020318
2021100
2022182
202399
2024192
2025407
202679
20271
Crashes reported
0
Fires reported
0
Injuries reported
0
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 1, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Steering

1 report
“When passing a vehicle, the equinox jerks and swerves like it's losing control. This has happened twice.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 16, 2026Steering, Suspension, Lane departureODI 11771613

Suspension

1 report

Lane departure

1 report
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 1, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

4 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD, Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Engines
Electric motor · 1.5L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Automatic (A1) · Automatic 8-spd
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive · All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Electricity · Regular Gasoline
EV range
319 mi (EPA)

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 1, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Equinox EV FWD
Auto (A1) · Front-Wheel Drive
117100108$700—
Equinox EV AWD
Auto (A1) · All-Wheel Drive
11295103$750—
Equinox FWD
Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
252927$2,400333
Equinox AWD
Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
252926$2,450342
  • Equinox EV FWD
    Auto (A1)
    117 city · 100 hwy · $700/yr
    108
    mpg comb.
  • Equinox EV AWD
    Auto (A1)
    112 city · 95 hwy · $750/yr
    103
    mpg comb.
  • Equinox FWD
    Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo
    25 city · 29 hwy · $2,400/yr
    27
    mpg comb.
  • Equinox AWD
    Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo
    25 city · 29 hwy · $2,450/yr
    26
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 1, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

New Car Assessment Program
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox as of Nov 1, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 1, 2026
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2027 Equinox questions

How many recalls does the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox have?

0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 1, 2026.

What are the most common 2027 Chevrolet Equinox problems?

Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are steering (1), suspension (1), lane departure (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox get?

The EPA rates the 2027 Chevrolet Equinox at 26–108 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 1, 2026