2011 Chevrolet Equinox
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 604 on record.
2011 Chevrolet Equinox at a glance
Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.
2011 Chevrolet Equinox recalls 3
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…
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…
GENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 CADILLAC SRX, CHEVROLET EQUINOX AND GMC TERRAIN VEHICLES. THE DRIVER AND /OR FRONT PASSENGER SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ANCHOR MAY FRACTURE AND SEPARATE NEAR THE SEAT ATTACHMENT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Fix: DEALERS WILL MODIFY THE PASSENGER AND/OR THE DRIVER SAFETY BELT BUCKLES AS NECESSARY. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE JANUARY 18, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CADILLAC AT 1-866-982-2339, CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438, GMC AT 1-866-996-…
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.
2011 Chevrolet Equinox common problems
The most-reported problem areas from 781 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2011 Chevrolet Equinox safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2011 Chevrolet Equinox MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.
What's a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
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 ($11,346) with the same model 5 model-years older ($3,899), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2011 Chevrolet Equinox trims & engines on record
2011 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles on record
2011 Chevrolet Equinox 1LT2CNFLEEC9B6313197
2011 Chevrolet Equinox 1LT2CNALDEC6B6382868
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2CNALBECXB6317073
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LT12CNALDEC1B6444564
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LT12GNALDECXB1159726
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2CNALBEC2B6364503
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ2CNFLGEC6B6205342
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LT12CNFLEEC2B6280964
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2CNALBEC3B6363781
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LT22CNFLNEC6B6397267
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEC7B1220146
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LT22CNFLNEC1B6420213
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEC4B1212148
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2CNFLCEC4B6397031
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2CNALBEC9B6363672
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2CNALBEC0B6358666
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEC7B1161762
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2CNALBEC6B6431801
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2CNFLCEC9B6436874
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LT22CNFLNEC5B6338615
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2CNALBEC8B6374680
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2CNALBEC9B6249462
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2CNFLCEC1B6266672
2011 Chevrolet Equinox LS2CNALBEC0B6256591
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2011 Chevrolet Equinox — frequently asked questions
Does the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox have any safety recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2011 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 2011 Chevrolet Equinox?
Based on 781 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, fuel system, gasoline.
What is the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).
What gas mileage does the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox get?
The U.S. EPA rates the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox at about 21 mpg combined (18 city / 25 highway).
How much is a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox worth?
Comparable 2011 Chevrolet Equinox listings run roughly $8,000–$14,900, typically around $11,346 (from 596 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.