2013 Chevrolet Equinox problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 27 highway).

Q: How much is a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox worth?

Comparable 2013 Chevrolet Equinox listings run roughly $11,800–$18,001, typically around $15,251 (from 1,482 vehicles).

2013 Chevrolet Equinox at a glance

Safety recalls2

Owner complaints751

Overall safety4 / 5 ★

Combined22 mpg

Typical price$15,251

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2013 Chevrolet Equinox recalls 2

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor NHTSA Campaign #16V582000 · 04/08/2016

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode and wear over time, possibly resulting in one or both of the windshield wipers becoming inoperative.

Fix: GM will notify owners, dealers will repair the AIP-hole, inspect and, if necessary, replace the front wiper module, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this …

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…

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.

2013 Chevrolet Equinox common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 751 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.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Tires

Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

Suspension

Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2013 Chevrolet Equinox safety ratings

Overall★★★★★

Frontal crash★★★★★

Side crash★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2013 Chevrolet Equinox MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg

City19 mpg

Highway27 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,838

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

What's a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox worth?

Low

$11,800

Typical price

$15,251

High

$18,001

From 1,482 comparable 2013 Chevrolet Equinox listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,190

Depreciation (5 yrs)$9,050

Total$23,240

Per mile$0.31

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 ($15,251) with the same model 5 model-years older ($6,191), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 Chevrolet Equinox trims & engines on record

Trims

LT · LTZ · LS · 1LT · 2LT

Engines

2.4L 4-cyl · 3.6L 6-cyl

2013 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles on record

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ2GNFLGEK3D6204381 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNALPEK8D6273934

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLNEK7D6281338

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNALPEK2D6281544 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLNEK9D6294382

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ2GNFLGEK3D6270574

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLEEK3D6347593

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNALPEK7D6282169

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNALPEKXD6105213 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLNEK3D6358397 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLNEK8D6269098

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNALPEK6D6273060

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNALPEK5D6373392

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEKXD6208697

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNALDEK5D6287384 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LT2GNFLEEK4D6208430 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEK6D1252032 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEK5D6129891

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEK4D6242022

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEK5D1266441 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ2GNFLGEKXD6347506 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LS1GNFLCEK6DZ101226 2013 Chevrolet Equinox LTZ2GNFLGEK2D6194880

2013 Chevrolet Equinox LS2GNALBEK1D6192244

Other Chevrolet Equinox model years

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2013 Chevrolet Equinox — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox?

Based on 751 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, power train, fuel/propulsion system.

What is the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 27 highway).

How much is a 2013 Chevrolet Equinox worth?

Comparable 2013 Chevrolet Equinox listings run roughly $11,800–$18,001, typically around $15,251 (from 1,482 vehicles).

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