2012 Chevrolet Equinox Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 54about this part
- Share
- 8%of 685 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 69,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 54 complaints about the fuel system of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox, 8% of the 685 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 69,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Oil consumption test showed motor using oil before 1000 miles.I had purchased an additional warranty but it isn't worth the paper it's written on.I have looked over other complaints online about these cars and there are numerous complaints on this issue with this car. Have also had to replace gas cap twice on the car so the engine light would stay off”
NHTSA complaint #11022851, filed 2017-09, 62,000 miles“When my vehicle is in motion I am not getting the amount of power I should be receiving once I press on the gas. I believe the timing is off and I have a code: p0013 issue, actuator circuit, cam shaft position. I have seen a recall to the 2011 model for the same reasons and I'm sure my vehicle is having the same issues.”
NHTSA complaint #11104701, filed 2018-06, 70,000 miles“My car will not start when I fill it with gas. I have to push the gas pedal to the floor to make it start and then rev the engine several times or it will die again. It was also dying at stop lights or stop signs unless I put it in neutral and revved the engine. It also has stalled when initially taking off once.”
NHTSA complaint #11020010, filed 2017-08, 80,000 miles“Car stalled while driving down highway and had to pull off to the side. It started last week dying when I was backing up. It also would jerk when at a stop light when I pressed the gas pedal. But today driving down the road I notice my air conditioner quit and then realized my car was no longer going when pressing the gas pedal. After impeding traffic I finally was able to coax car off to the side of the road.”
NHTSA complaint #10627358, filed 2014-08, 75,000 miles“Since april 2018 I have been experiencing issues with my vehicle when coming to a slow stop. Initially I thought the issue had to do with my brakes. I have taken the vehicle in to the brake shop three times since april 2018 and they had repeatedly told me the brakes are not the issue. I had my check engine light come on in december 2018 so I took my vehicle into the huber Chevrolet in omaha for an oil change even though it was not due yet for another 3 weeks. I was never told during this visit that my oil was low. …”
NHTSA complaint #11184822, filed 2019-03, 77,360 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11006711Aug 8, 2024This service bulletin provides diagnostic repair information for customer concerns of Engine Run-On, Rough Running, Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Illuminated.
- 11007095Aug 7, 2024This bulletin provides information on the TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline Licensed Brands and the TOP TIER Diesel Fuel Licensed Brands that are recommended for use in all GM vehicles…
- 11004727Jun 29, 2024This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 11004761Jun 28, 2024This service bulletin advises of a new fuel injection cleaner kit used for decarbonizing the intake valves to correct conditions of rough idle, Crank no start, extended crank or…
- 10253061Mar 4, 2024This Preliminary information communicates that when removing the fuel line jumper hose care should be taken to be sure the line is reinstalled correctly to avoid a no/low fuel…
- 10250505Feb 7, 2024This service bulletin provides information on the cold start control system in DI engines to reduce cold start emissions and improve fuel economy.
- 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…
- 10241417Aug 1, 2023This service bulletin provides information for maintenance cleaning of the fuel injectors and gasoline detergent additive.
- 10234144Mar 20, 2023This informational bulletin advises the dealers to maintain the vehicle stock on hand by doing a full inspection on the vehicles before being sold (prepping) to the customer.
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 6% |
| 2025 | 16 | 7% |
| 2024 | 26 | 31% |
| 2023 | 51 | 52% |
| 2022 | 115 | 62% |
| 2021 | 25 | 25% |
| 2020 | 58 | 18% |
| 2019 | 48 | 15% |
| 2018 | 41 | 10% |
| 2017 | 21 | 8% |
| 2016 | 21 | 5% |
| 2015 | 35 | 5% |
| 2014 | 35 | 6% |
| 2013 | 45 | 6% |
| 2012 | 54 | 8% |
| 2011 | 75 | 10% |
| 2010 | 48 | 6% |
| 2009 | 12 | 13% |
| 2008 | 48 | 13% |
| 2007 | 244 | 36% |
| 2006 | 19 | 3% |
| 2005 | 36 | 6% |
Other parts of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
355 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
127 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
84 complaintsElectrical system
70 complaintsOther or unknown
54 complaintsSteering
36 complaintsElectronic stability control
26 complaintsBody and structure
26 complaintsAir bags
19 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsSuspension
12 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2012 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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