2026 Chevrolet Equinox Problems, Recalls & Complaints
NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints for the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox, and what to keep if your vehicle keeps going back to the shop.
Recall campaigns
1
NHTSA owner complaints as of November 6, 2026, from NHTSA's complaint data files.
80
Data last refreshed (Eastern time)
November 6, 2026
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2026 Equinox and 80 owner complaints; the most-reported component in owner complaints is service brakes, with 18 reports.
Counts come from NHTSA records for this model year and refresh daily. Complaints are unverified owner reports; one complaint can name more than one component.
Top Reported Problems
Owner complaints grouped by NHTSA component (top 8). Linked components open a page comparing models for that problem.
- UNKNOWN OR OTHER16
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM14
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING14
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL7
- ENGINE7
- LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION7
2026 Equinox Recall Records
Campaigns can apply only to specific configurations and production dates. Confirm whether your VIN is affected with NHTSA or the manufacturer.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · 26V114000
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, “Occupant Protection.â€
Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
2026 Equinox Service Bulletins
A service bulletin is a manufacturer's repair instruction to dealers. It is not a recall and does not by itself establish a defect or a claim.
Manufacturer communications filed with NHTSA for this model year, newest first. A bulletin may apply only to certain configurations. Source data refreshes daily.
| Number | Date | Component | Summary | NHTSA record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIT6471A | Oct 29, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary Information is to inform technicians to not replace any parts at this time and to use the work around provided. When a fix is available, this PI will be updated… | 11039139 |
| PIT6368F | Oct 24, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the virtual garage door opener not programming to a garage opener and to replace the opener with a new updated part. | 11038744 |
| Infotainment 2026.4 | Oct 20, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | • More responsive map controls when switching views • Trailer Theft Alert settings are saved between drives • More reliable access to on-screen controls for temperature, f… | 11038815 |
| N262566800 | Oct 20, 2026 | ENGINE | Certain vehicles listed above may have a condition in which the incorrect transmission parts were used. Dealers will replace the transmission. | 11038608 |
| N262545360-01 | Oct 20, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | Service Update. Certain vehicles listed above may experience a condition in which the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) may be perceived as activating earlier than expected during… | 11038604 |
| GM Update 20.50 | Oct 19, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | Great News! Your vehicle keeps getting better. This update contains a required software change to help improve the overall software update and diagnostics process. During the up… | 11038856 |
| Telematics 2026.4 | Oct 19, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | • Improved eCall system performance | 11038844 |
| PIP6138 | Oct 17, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates the potential for shudder and all cylinder misfire concerns on RPO LSD | 11038595 |
| Assisted Driving 2026.3 | Oct 15, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | • Improved guidance for Lane Centering Assistance in the driver display • System changes to support future improvements | 11038836 |
| 663.30 | Oct 15, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | • Updates to Lane Centering Assistance alerts • Improvements to steering system performance • Fixes to help ensure start reliability and prevent battery drain. • Improve… | 11038826 |
| PIT6556 | Oct 15, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary Information, describes a condition where the HVAC will make noise when changing modes while HVAC is warm. Engineering is aware and no fix available at the time. | 11038588 |
| PIT6555 | Oct 15, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information describes an issue where the fuel pump makes a loud noise that engineering is currently investigating. | 11038584 |
| N262545360 | Oct 7, 2026 | SERVICE BRAKES | Service Update. Certain vehicles listed above may experience a condition in which the Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) may be perceived as activating earlier than expected during… | 11038356 |
| Telematics 2026.3 | Oct 3, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | • Improved reliability of connected services, including OnStar, Wi-Fi hotspot, and navigation • Enhanced emergency calling performance • Improvements to maintain access to… | 11038823 |
| PIT6457C | Sep 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information is for technicians that may see DTCs that are history and should not perform any part replacements. They should follow the notes mentioned prior to… | 11038136 |
| PIC6540K | Sep 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio. | 11038132 |
| PIT6368E | Sep 28, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with the virtual garage door opener not programming to a garage opener. Engineering is working on a new module. | 11037797 |
| PIT5698F | Sep 26, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it. | 11037555 |
| PIT6426C | Sep 15, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | If a vehicle has an issue with super cruise inoperative tech is directed to follow a diagnostic path before replacing the Image processing module. | 11037446 |
| PIT6548 | Sep 15, 2026 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | This preliminary information is explaining a possible scenario where the door locks may not manually lock using the door handle pad in temperatures above 90 degrees F. | 11037443 |
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