2021 Chevrolet Equinox Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 4%of 100 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the steering of the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox, 4% of the 100 complaints for this model year.
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.
“My vehicle has been completely shutting off without warnings on me on major freeways , highways , roadways, other motorists gives my car a jump each time. This is a serious safety hazard for me & other motorists”
NHTSA complaint #11670901, filed 2025-07“My front collision alert system has stopped working, I have taken it to multiple dealerships within my certified vehicle company. Next, my automatic High beams do not function at all, which is difficult to navigate at night without them. I have tried to update my vehicle and sent it to other dealerships and they cannot figure out what is wrong. And lastly, my lane assistance system is not working either, every time I have tried to reset, nothing has happened. Due to all of these functions not working the automatic high beams, I have had to be extra careful when driving at night. …”
NHTSA complaint #11605516, filed 2024-07“There is a vibration and wobble upon acceleration. This issue has been confirmed by an independent service center. It is not an issue with the tires. GM has a service bulletin on the front axles.”
NHTSA complaint #11616126, filed 2024-09“When making a sharp turn left or right from a standstill the vehicles makes an audible grinding noise and vibration in the steering wheel. Feels like you're driving over rumble strips. Vehicle was taken to dealer on 7/28/21 and problem was recreated by technician on test drive. Cause of issue was determined to be the electric duel pinion rack and pinion steering gear. This part was replaced under warranty. On 9/30/21 the exact same issue with the same symptoms started happening again. Dealer was contacted and appointment was made for 10/4/21. …”
NHTSA complaint #11435147, filed 2021-10Related service bulletins
- 11019516Apr 17, 2025This preliminary informational (PI) bulletin provides information to dealership personnel that may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers.
- 11017173Mar 21, 2025This informational bulletin instructs the tech when fuel/fluid is needed to be tested and where it can be sent for analysis.
- 11014577Feb 18, 2025This service bulletin provides a procedure inspecting for excess grease or Sealant on the Exterior of the steering gear due to seeing grease or sealant on certain locations on…
- 11011205Oct 28, 2024This informational bulletin explains Unscheduled Supplemental Services and the importance of GM Simplified Maintenance Schedules.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 3 | 4% |
| 2025 | 11 | 5% |
| 2024 | 4 | 5% |
| 2023 | 8 | 8% |
| 2022 | 6 | 3% |
| 2021 | 4 | 4% |
| 2020 | 13 | 4% |
| 2019 | 9 | 3% |
| 2018 | 15 | 4% |
| 2017 | 1 | 0% |
| 2016 | 7 | 2% |
| 2015 | 14 | 2% |
| 2014 | 18 | 3% |
| 2013 | 19 | 3% |
| 2012 | 36 | 5% |
| 2011 | 43 | 6% |
| 2010 | 44 | 6% |
| 2009 | 5 | 5% |
| 2008 | 44 | 12% |
| 2007 | 78 | 11% |
| 2006 | 34 | 5% |
| 2005 | 50 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox
25 complaintsElectrical system
18 complaintsOther or unknown
17 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
17 complaintsEngine
16 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsAir bags
4 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsLane departure
3 complaintsTires
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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