Model year guide

2019 Chevrolet Equinox

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 79 on record.

2019 Chevrolet Equinox — representative photo
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2019 Chevrolet Equinox at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints289
Combined28 mpg
Typical price$21,286

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2019 Chevrolet Equinox recalls 4

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #20V668000 · 29/10/2020

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet custo…

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper NHTSA Campaign #18V576000 · 30/08/2018

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer serv…

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly NHTSA Campaign #19V667000 · 19/09/2019

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Equinox all-wheel drive vehicles. The fuel tanks may have been manufactured with an improperly sealed seam, possibly allowing fuel to leak along the seam near the fuel inlet.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192271870.

Seats NHTSA Campaign #19V184000 · 07/03/2019

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The rear-right seat may have insufficient welds on the head-restraint bracket.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear-right seatback frame, free of charge. The recall began April 15, 2019. 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 recall is N192209550.

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.

2019 Chevrolet Equinox common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 289 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
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.
Hydraulic
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

2019 Chevrolet Equinox MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg
City25 mpg
Highway33 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,617

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

What's a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox worth?

Low
$17,367
Typical price
$21,286
High
$26,455

From 63 comparable 2019 Chevrolet Equinox listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,085
Depreciation (5 yrs)$3,350
Total$16,435
Per mile$0.22

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 ($21,286) with the same model 5 model-years older ($17,913), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2019 Chevrolet Equinox trims & engines on record

Trims
LT (1LT) · LS · LT (2LT) · LT (2FL) · Premier (2LZ) · Premier (1LZ) · LT (3LT)
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl · 2.0L 4-cyl · 1.6L 4-cyl

2019 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles on record

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2019 Chevrolet Equinox — frequently asked questions

Does the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2019 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 2019 Chevrolet Equinox?

Based on 289 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are service brakes, engine, hydraulic.

What gas mileage does the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox at about 28 mpg combined (25 city / 33 highway).

How much is a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox worth?

Comparable 2019 Chevrolet Equinox listings run roughly $17,367–$26,455, typically around $21,286 (from 63 vehicles).

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