2012 Chevrolet Equinox Equipment Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 1%of 685 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 22,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the equipment of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox, 1% of the 685 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 22,000 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.
“Chevy has known for almost 2 years that android and blackberry phones do not work with many new chevys. They have a software glitch that they can not repair. This means that owners are not able to safely use their phones while in their cars. I believe that there should be a recall to fix this problem. I personally purchased this vehicle with the knowledge that I had a bluetooth in it. I make and receive a lot of calls while in my car and I can not do this safely with the Equinox.”
NHTSA complaint #10450747, filed 2012-03, 1 miles“In july of this year, it was a 100 degree day in charleston, and my wife had our 2 years old daughter in her car seat. My wife had the airconditioning on, and the car running, and she checked the mail, for some reason, the locks on the doors engaged, and my daughter was locked in the car. I immediately called the dealer, and I brought the car in for service. They had my vehicle for over a week. They returned the vehicle to me and informed me that they had redone all the wiring and that it should all be fixed, and it wouldn't happen again. …”
NHTSA complaint #10658803, filed 2014-11, 22,000 miles“I filed a different report earlier for the same vehicle. Now the vehicle is starting on its own, if the key is left in the ignition when you turn it off, about 30 seconds to 1 minute later the car will start with no one behind the wheel. It will continue to try to start until you pull the key out. It is just the key in the ignition, no key chain hanging from it. Last week apr 29,2014 the car started and ran for 10 second with the ignition off. How long before the vehicle jumps into gear and runs someone over with no one behind the wheel? …”
NHTSA complaint #10587538, filed 2014-05, 52,000 miles“2012 chverolet Equinox. Consumer states problem with towing the vehicle the consumer stated according to the manual, that in order to tow the vehicle on all four wheels, the number 32 fuse must be removed. However, when it was removed, the 12 volt receptacle was disconnected which rendered the brake buddy non-functional. Updated 11/27/12 updated 02/11/13.”
NHTSA complaint #10484341, filed 2012-11Related service bulletins
- 10253527Apr 10, 2024This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on the requirements for 12V battery testing and warranty replacements.
- 10253526Apr 8, 2024This bulletin updates the position of General Motors on refinishing aluminum wheels. GM has determined that wheel refinishing under warranty will no longer be performed.
- 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.
- 10251889Mar 10, 2024This Warranty Administration bulletin provides information on Dealer Empowerment for Goodwill, Customer Enthusiasm and Policy (U.S. Only).
- 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.
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 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
355 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
127 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
84 complaintsElectrical system
70 complaintsFuel system
54 complaintsOther or unknown
54 complaintsSteering
36 complaintsElectronic stability control
26 complaintsBody and structure
26 complaintsAir bags
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsBrakes
13 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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