2017 Chevrolet Equinox engine problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Oct 7, 2026ILEngine

   I own a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox with a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine and approximately 50,000 miles. The vehicle suddenly stopped starting without any prior warning signs, unusual noises, or dashboard warnings indicating a serious mechanical problem. After the vehicle was inspected by a mechanic, I was told that the timing chain had failed, causing the engine to lose proper timing and resulting in internal engine damage, including damage to the pistons and other engine components. I…

   NHTSA complaint #11769745 · source
2. Filed Oct 2, 2026NY2 injuredEngineOther / Unknown

   ENGINE OIL MESSAGE SYSTEM FAILED. Vehicle available for inspection upon request. PERSONAL SAFETY and SAFETY of PASSENGER and OTHERS AT RISK due to driving car with no to little oil burning oil presents loss of control of vehicle while operating. PROBLEM CONFIRMED by Independent Insurance Servicer. VEHICLE COMPONENT INSPECTED by Certified Manufacturer Dealership Service Department. SYMPTOMS of burning oil mid-late August 2026 SYMPTOMS of stalling shaking loud rattling from…

   NHTSA complaint #11768453 · source
3. Filed May 11, 2026130,000 miGAEngine

   The contact owns a 2017 Equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced oil consumption failures. While examine the vehicle he contact discover very little oil was present although oil was recently added to the engine. The oil light warning light did not display and no oil leaks were present. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who was unable to determined the cause of the failure. The local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the…

   NHTSA complaint #11736946 · source
4. Filed Apr 21, 2026WIElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion

   2017 Chevrolet Equinox Premier certified pre-owned vehicle experienced multiple safety-related defects. 1. REPEATED STARTING FAILURES (electrical/battery/starter system): - March 17, 2026: Complete battery failure, vehicle would not start. AAA/GM Roadside Assistance called. Dealer inspected but could not diagnose root cause or explain battery drain. Preceded by unusually loud windshield wiper motor and engine noise (March 15). - April 13, 2026 (4:01pm): Engine failed to turn…

   NHTSA complaint #11732611 · source
5. Filed Apr 7, 2026ALElectrical SystemEngine

   My car started to use a lot of oil, and upon my regular oil changes it would always be very low, but oil was not leaking out of the car. It got to the point that i had to put oil in often to operate the car. It got to the point that it would cut off on me in school lines. After dealing with this over a period of time it sounded so bad that the express oil change facilities refused to change my oil because they said it was an engine problem. So i had no other choice but to…

   NHTSA complaint #11729639 · source
6. Filed Mar 13, 2026NYEngine

   While driving to work in negative degree weather I got a message saying reduce engine power and before I could pull over it had lost all power. Having it towed and now needing a new engine I see im not the first one with this problem. I also still have a loan im paying for on a dead car. Idk why theres not a recall on this .

   NHTSA complaint #11724211 · source
7. Filed Mar 5, 2026MIEngine

   I have had this car for a little under a year. In January of this year 2026, I was driving on the freeway when I received a. reduce engine power alert. Which caused me to immediately get off of the freeway put the car power down before I can make it another half a mile. After having it looked at several times what was thought to be a rear seal oil leak turned out to be a leak in the transmission. Repairs as of now our thoughts to be needing an entire new transmission. .…

   NHTSA complaint #11722146 · source
8. Filed Feb 23, 2026OHEngine

   The rear main seal has gone out in two 2017 chevy equinox right around 100,000 for both vehicles costing over 1000$ plus to fix.

   NHTSA complaint #11720034 · source
9. Filed Feb 22, 2026MDElectrical SystemEngineAcceleration & Cruise Control

   While driving my 2017 Chevrolet Equinox, the vehicle repeatedly displays diagnostic trouble code P2138 (Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor Voltage Correlation). The vehicle suddenly enters “Reduced Engine Power” mode without warning and loses acceleration while driving. This occurs daily and multiple times per day, both on highways and local roads. When the issue happens, the vehicle will not properly accelerate and loses power unexpectedly. This creates a serious safety hazard,…

   NHTSA complaint #11719680 · source
10. Filed Feb 7, 2026ILEngine

    On 1/27/26, while driving at highway speeds, I received a "Reduced Engine Power" alert. I was forced to pull over immediately; the vehicle stalled before I could reach a complete stop. This left me stranded in dangerously cold temperatures for an extended period while awaiting a tow. Upon inspection, I was informed that the engine has failed and requires a complete replacement. This is highly distressing for several reasons: * Low Mileage: The vehicle has only 54,000 miles…

    NHTSA complaint #11716482 · source
11. Filed Feb 5, 2026880,000 miMITowedEngine

    The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and the vehicle decelerated to 5 MPH. The contact stated that the message "Vehicle Entering Power Saver Mode" was displayed. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that when the vehicle was restarted, the message “Engine Oil Level Low – Shut-off Immediately" was displayed, and the…

    NHTSA complaint #11715981 · source
12. Filed Feb 4, 2026130,000 miWITowedEngine

    The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. While the contact’s son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly started shaking, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear engine seal had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made…

    NHTSA complaint #11715500 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology