2008 Chevrolet Equinox Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 2%of 370 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 71,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the suspension of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox, 2% of the 370 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 71,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“2008 Chevrolet Equinox sport makes a loud popping/clunking noise in the front end when going over bumps. It also pops loud when turning the steering wheel. When I am driving on straight and smooth roads, there is no issue whatsoever. I have taken my vehicle to four different shops and had it looked at by eight different mechanics and no one can figure out the problem. This needs to be fixed by general motors immediately! I strongly feel that this can become a serious safety issue.”
NHTSA complaint #11319341, filed 2020-03, 90,147 miles“When starting the vehicle I get 3 warning lights. 1: traction control off 2: service stabilitrack 3: service brake system. As I have read online this issues could have several different issues going on. I have also read that this is happening to alot of Equinox owners, and have since found out this issue has happened on 2007 Equinox models, as well as several other GM model vehicles. I am appalled that there is no recall posted for this issue!!!! I have also read that there could be vehicle fires, engine power reduction, engine power cut off, wheel hubs could break off!!! …”
NHTSA complaint #10551207, filed 2013-11, 71,000 miles“The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the stabilizer bar off track and check engine warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact did not notify a dealer or the manufacturer of the failure. The failure mileage was 92,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10781095, filed 2015-10, 92,000 miles“The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle would not start and the would exhibit an unusual clicking when attempting to start. In addition, all of the warning lights would illuminate upon the failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. The dealer made adjustments to the stabilizer yet the failure persisted. The dealer then installed a new battery and made adjustments to the stabilizer a second time. The failure persisted and the stabilizer warning light was also illuminated. …”
NHTSA complaint #10360666, filed 2010-10, 40,000 miles“The wheel transfer case leaking and engine light on. Pulling lots of different codes. Timing chain is affected and not 100% sure if it's also those other codes.”
NHTSA complaint #11364899, filed 2020-10Related service bulletins
- 11007936Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11007935Aug 22, 2024This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 11000119Apr 26, 2024This service bulletin provides technicians with information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10245395Nov 6, 2023This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing…
- 10242061Aug 7, 2023This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10222777Sep 16, 2022This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
- 10195128Apr 9, 2021This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel on diagnosis and replacement of shock absorber and strut due to fluid leak.
- 10188403Jan 29, 2021This service bulletin provides technicians with updated information to help identify the differences between what is considered a fluid leak, and what is considered fluid seepage.
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 4% |
| 2025 | 4 | 2% |
| 2024 | 1 | 1% |
| 2023 | 1 | 1% |
| 2022 | 1 | 1% |
| 2020 | 11 | 3% |
| 2019 | 1 | 0% |
| 2017 | 1 | 0% |
| 2016 | 3 | 1% |
| 2015 | 7 | 1% |
| 2014 | 1 | 0% |
| 2013 | 9 | 1% |
| 2012 | 12 | 2% |
| 2011 | 6 | 1% |
| 2010 | 10 | 1% |
| 2008 | 7 | 2% |
| 2007 | 12 | 2% |
| 2006 | 18 | 3% |
| 2005 | 57 | 9% |
Other parts of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
110 complaintsElectrical system
65 complaintsElectronic stability control
48 complaintsFuel system
48 complaintsSteering
44 complaintsBody and structure
33 complaintsEngine
27 complaintsOther or unknown
25 complaintsExterior lighting
22 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
18 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
16 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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