Model year guide

2010 Chevrolet Equinox

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 383 on record.

2010 Chevrolet Equinox — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2010 Chevrolet Equinox at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints784
Combined22 mpg
Typical price$10,066

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2010 Chevrolet Equinox recalls 3

Electrical System:ignition NHTSA Campaign #16V502000 · 05/07/2016

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall…

Seats:front Assembly:power Adjust NHTSA Campaign #14V447000 · 23/07/2014

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Buick LaCrosse, Regal and Chevrolet Camaro, as well as certain 2010-2012 Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles, equipped with power height adjustable driver and passenger seats. In the affected vehicles, the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenl…

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the height adjuster shoulder bolts, free of charge. The manufacturer distributed interim letters to owners on September 11, 2014. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006…

Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac System NHTSA Campaign #09V489000 · 23/12/2009

GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 CHEVROLET EQUINOX AND GMC TERRAIN VEHICLES FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 103, "WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING SYSTEMS AND WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 101, CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS". THE SOFTWARE IN THE CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL CAN CAUSE THE HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING, DEFROST, AND RADIO …

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE COMPUTER MODULE IN THE CENTER INSTRUMENT PANEL FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JANUARY 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-9463 OR AT WWW.GMOWNERCENTER.COM.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2010 Chevrolet Equinox common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 784 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Visibility
Test wipers, washers, defrosters and all mirrors. Check the windshield for cracks and any camera/sensor for fogging or faults.
Visibility/wiper
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.

2010 Chevrolet Equinox safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox 4-DR. w/SAB. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2010 Chevrolet Equinox MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway28 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,800

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox worth?

Low
$6,995
Typical price
$10,066
High
$13,300

From 381 comparable 2010 Chevrolet Equinox listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,000
Depreciation (5 yrs)$6,650
Total$20,650
Per mile$0.28

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($10,066) with the same model 5 model-years older ($3,430), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Chevrolet Equinox trims & engines on record

Trims
LT1 · LS · LT2 · LTZ · 1LT · 2LT
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl · 3.0L 6-cyl

2010 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles on record

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2010 Chevrolet Equinox — frequently asked questions

Does the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox?

Based on 784 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, vehicle speed control.

What is the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 28 highway).

How much is a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox worth?

Comparable 2010 Chevrolet Equinox listings run roughly $6,995–$13,300, typically around $10,066 (from 381 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.