2010 Chevrolet Equinox Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 1%of 784 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 41,400miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the equipment of the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox, 1% of the 784 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 41,400 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.
“Been having off and on problems with driver side air bag coming on and off. It will appear for maybe a week then go off totally for months. I took it in to the dealer where I bought and they ran a test and said it would be over 400.00 to fix. Not sure what to do as this is just once in awhile service airbag! Has there been any other problems with this make and model.? Not sure what to do. Hate spending all this money if it is just a fluke. Thank you for your help on this matter.”
NHTSA complaint #10663326, filed 2014-12, 47,000 miles“The back hatch lock will not release on my 2010 Equinox to open the hatch. It started with a difficult try to open it. Now it will not open at all. I am bringing it to the dealer tomorrow (it is out of warranty over 36,0000 miles) this hatch is not open every day. In reality it is open only about once a week, so it shouldn't have broken.”
NHTSA complaint #10560559, filed 2014-01“Car battery constant drains, car wont start upon hot/cold weather...bcm might be the cause-body control module computer, car cuts off while driving, has stalled, nocking sound when AC/heater is on ,burning smell.battery replaced and not the problem, alt also checked and is working good. Have to constantly charge the battery to charge the computer to get the car to start.”
NHTSA complaint #10650582, filed 2014-10“In new chevy vehicles there is a center storage compartment located above the center console. This is held down in place by a simple push button. The button however is problematic as in some trims it is a chrome feature. In sunny condition, the reflection from the chrome push button reflects into the driver's eyes. This could lead to possible dangerous driving conditions.”
NHTSA complaint #10342100, filed 2010-07“S10 appropriate handling - letter to the secretary from re expressing concerns regarding her 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. The consumer stated condensation formed on the inside of the windshield. She also stated the vehicle had electrical problems right from the beginning, where the lighting on the instrument panel would dim and then come back on. The consumer stated when she turned the A/C on, a strong odor was present. Updated 05/22/12”
NHTSA complaint #10459426, filed 2012-05Related service bulletins
- 10253527Apr 10, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 10252774Mar 26, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 10252126Mar 21, 2024This service bulletin provides information on submitting quality Photos of Various Vehicle Concerns to the GM Technical Assistance Center (TAC).
- 10251888Mar 11, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information for GM courtesy transportation and roadside assistance programs.
- 10249590Jan 16, 2024This bulletin provides information for use on a Product Assistance Claim (PAC), which is formerly known as a Product Allegation Resolution (PAR) claim.
- 10249980Jan 12, 2024This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately…
- 10249295Dec 18, 2023This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads…
- 10247552Dec 12, 2023This service bulletin provides information on Concerns or Questions Regarding Installation of Dealer Installed Accessories.
- 10247192Dec 8, 2023This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 10244201Sep 26, 2023This service bulletin provides information for dealers on how to submit a product information report (PIR) (Canada Only).
Equipment: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | 0% |
| 2021 | 1 | 1% |
| 2020 | 1 | 0% |
| 2019 | 2 | 1% |
| 2018 | 1 | 0% |
| 2015 | 1 | 0% |
| 2014 | 1 | 0% |
| 2013 | 1 | 0% |
| 2012 | 4 | 1% |
| 2011 | 5 | 1% |
| 2010 | 7 | 1% |
| 2008 | 4 | 1% |
| 2007 | 10 | 1% |
| 2006 | 32 | 5% |
| 2005 | 16 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
271 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
182 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
158 complaintsElectrical system
81 complaintsAir bags
57 complaintsOther or unknown
53 complaintsElectronic stability control
49 complaintsFuel system
48 complaintsSteering
44 complaintsVehicle speed control
32 complaintsEngine cooling
31 complaintsBrakes
23 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 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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