2017 Chevrolet Equinox Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 180about this part
- Share
- 65%of 276 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 180 complaints about the engine of the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox, 65% of the 276 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 3 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Purchased october 2019 one day I went to the store and on the return home it started to rattle like it was out of oil upon inspection oil was leaking profusly between the engine and transmission when I searched there is a problem with the rear main oil seal getting blown out when the pvc is plugged but when I looked for vehicle recall there was nothing I could find”
NHTSA complaint #11315914, filed 2020-03, 105,000 miles“Purchased the vehicle april 2019. Have proof of 6 oil changes and proper maintenance while driving for less than 2 years, but due to no warnings of low oil on the vehicle and with a confirmed defect stated by my mechanic. This 2.4 l ecotec engine has massive oil consumption defects. This vehicle needs to be recalled. It stopped in the middle of the street while I was driving. Further research confirms this defect beyond the stated 2010- 2013 recall.”
NHTSA complaint #11402600, filed 2021-03, 95,000 miles“Driving on highway, my car make a loud bang, it said transmission overheating idle engine, engine overheating, idle engine, service stabilitrack, service anti lock breaking system, service power steering system, my engine light was flashing, I went to exit the highway to the off ramp and all of a sudden my car came to a screeching halt and car would not move made the loudest bang I have ever heard. I have had this issue one other time! …”
NHTSA complaint #11221271, filed 2019-06, 48,661 miles“Rear engine seal blew and ruined the motor. Shop I took it to said it's a common problem. Regular maintenance has been kept up on it. Have to replace the engine now. I was going down a michigan highway 55mph when it blew.”
NHTSA complaint #11390644, filed 2021-01, 87,990 miles“We live in mn and went out to start our 2.4 Equinox and it started and then died. This was sitting in our driveway and was in park when it happened. We had it towed to a shop and was told that it there was a pcv freeze up which caused the main seal to blow loosing the oil. This caused the timing chain to fail. We reached out to GM and they stated this is out of warrantee and that 2017 where not effected even thou it is the same motor as the others that are affected. …”
NHTSA complaint #11385228, filed 2020-12, 80,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 11026017Jun 5, 2025This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage.
- 11024485May 15, 2025The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the…
- 11020254May 7, 2025This service bulletin provides information to dealership personnel for new vehicles with less than 1,000 miles that may not pass California smog inspection or smog inspection in…
- 11019503Apr 18, 2025This warranty administration bulletin provides policy information on vehicles outside of a California Emissions State who move to and register their vehicle in a California…
- 11017263Mar 25, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11016942Mar 4, 2025This bulletin advises the technician to flush the cooling system multiple times if oil has been found in the cooling system and replace the parts that may be contaminated due to…
- 11014230Jan 31, 2025This 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.
- 11014233Jan 30, 2025This service bulletin provides service information to technicians on guidelines to replace Oil Cooler, Oil Cooler Lines and Oil Tank if the engine was replaced where large…
- 11013069Jan 9, 2025This bulletin provides information on identifying Non-GM Engine Calibrations for Gasoline Engines using the Tech 2 or GDS 2.
- 11011900Nov 22, 2024This diagnostic tip bulletin provides additional information on how to diagnose a possible valve, lifter or camshaft issue.
Engine: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7 | 9% |
| 2025 | 24 | 10% |
| 2024 | 14 | 17% |
| 2023 | 18 | 18% |
| 2022 | 28 | 15% |
| 2021 | 16 | 16% |
| 2020 | 93 | 29% |
| 2019 | 100 | 32% |
| 2018 | 86 | 21% |
| 2017 | 180 | 65% |
| 2016 | 203 | 51% |
| 2015 | 227 | 33% |
| 2014 | 219 | 40% |
| 2013 | 412 | 55% |
| 2012 | 355 | 52% |
| 2011 | 386 | 49% |
| 2010 | 271 | 35% |
| 2009 | 18 | 19% |
| 2008 | 27 | 7% |
| 2007 | 37 | 5% |
| 2006 | 68 | 10% |
| 2005 | 55 | 9% |
Other parts of the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox
37 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
32 complaintsFuel system
21 complaintsAir bags
19 complaintsElectrical system
19 complaintsEngine cooling
16 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
12 complaintsBrakes
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsWheels
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology