2009 Chevrolet Equinox Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 3%of 94 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 82,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox, 3% of the 94 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 82,500 miles.
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.
“The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. While driving, an odor of antifreeze was coming through the vents inside the vehicle. In addition, the contact noticed that the heater core was leaking antifreeze onto the ground, the front passenger side window failed to roll down, the driver's side turn signal failed to lock in place while in use, and the rear brake light bulb failed four times within the year and was replaced by the contact. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or an independent mechanic due to the diagnostic and repair fees. …”
NHTSA complaint #11232404, filed 2019-07, 115,000 miles“The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. While driving 55 MPH, the driver side headlight dimmed due to moisture in the light fixture. The dealer recommended that the driver side headlight be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was unknown.”
NHTSA complaint #10619271, filed 2014-08Related service bulletins
- 10249011Jan 12, 2024This informational bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Headlamp, Tail Lamp, License Lamp or Fog/Driving Lamp Damage.
- 10246003Oct 16, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on. Technician will…
- 10232136Feb 15, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
- 10200151Jun 21, 2021This service bulletin provides information for dealers/technicians on Exterior Lamp Condensation and Water Leaks and Replacement Guidelines.
Exterior lighting: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 1% |
| 2025 | 14 | 6% |
| 2024 | 2 | 2% |
| 2021 | 3 | 3% |
| 2020 | 6 | 2% |
| 2019 | 6 | 2% |
| 2018 | 6 | 1% |
| 2017 | 3 | 1% |
| 2016 | 2 | 1% |
| 2015 | 3 | 0% |
| 2014 | 3 | 1% |
| 2013 | 7 | 1% |
| 2012 | 6 | 1% |
| 2011 | 2 | 0% |
| 2010 | 6 | 1% |
| 2009 | 3 | 3% |
| 2008 | 22 | 6% |
| 2007 | 17 | 2% |
| 2006 | 11 | 2% |
| 2005 | 15 | 2% |
Other parts of the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox
26 complaintsElectrical system
23 complaintsEngine
18 complaintsElectronic stability control
12 complaintsFuel system
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
6 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsTires
5 complaintsBrakes
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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