2017 Chevrolet Equinox reliability
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox has 273 complaints with NHTSA after 10 years, or 10 per year. That is the fewest complaints per year among the 13 Equinox years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Engine (178 of 273), then Powertrain (32) and Fuel and propulsion system (20). Those filings include 18 that report a crash, 4 that report a fire, and 7 that report an injury.
The 2016 Equinox has 396 complaints, 15 per year, and the 2018 has 408 complaints, 49 per year. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (273 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"It consumes the whole tank of oil within 6 days and then damages the entire engine."
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"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The vehicle was a private sale from Facebook Marketplace. The mileage was 98,776 miles on 1/5/26. The contact had decided that a larger vehicle was needed…"
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"My car was in Clarksburg Crown, Mitsubishi, and a lot that had no monitoring, and it was a sticker saying the car was not ready to be sold, and I still went with it trusting the crown Mitsubishi Car associate however…"
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"The contact owns a 2017 Equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced oil consumption failures. While examine the vehicle he contact discover very little oil was present although oil was recently added to…"
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"2017 Chevrolet Equinox Premier certified pre-owned vehicle experienced multiple safety-related defects. 1. REPEATED STARTING FAILURES (electrical/battery/starter system): - March 17, 2026: Complete battery failure,…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2017 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
| 2017 Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD | 4 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars | 4 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| Equinox all-wheel drive | 3.6L, 6-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | All-wheel drive | 16 | 23 | 18 MPG | $3600 |
| Equinox all-wheel drive | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | All-wheel drive | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG | $2800 |
| Equinox all-wheel drive | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | All-wheel drive | 20 | 28 | 23 MPG | $2800 |
| Equinox front-wheel drive | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | Front-wheel drive | 21 | 31 | 25 MPG | $2600 |
| Equinox front-wheel drive | 3.6L, 6-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | Front-wheel drive | 17 | 24 | 20 MPG | $3250 |
| Equinox front-wheel drive | 2.4L, 4-cyl | Automatic 6-speed | Front-wheel drive | 21 | 31 | 25 MPG | $2600 |
Specs and fitment
Known issues for this generation
Owner complaints for mid-generation years (especially 2013) concentrate on the engine and visibility/wipers. Recall 16V-582 covers certain 2013 Equinox and Terrain vehicles: ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode and wear until one or both wipers stop working; dealers repair the AIP hole and inspect and replace the front wiper module as needed. Recall 14V-447 covers certain 2010-2012 Equinox vehicles with power height-adjustable front seats: the bolt securing the seat height adjuster may fall out, so the seat may move unexpectedly and increase injury risk in a crash. Recall 11V-511 covers certain 2012 Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles that do not comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 138 for tire pressure monitoring.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox has 273 complaints with NHTSA after 10 years, or 10 per year. That is the fewest complaints per year among the 13 Equinox years on this site. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox?
The complaints owners file most often name Engine (178 of 273), then Powertrain (32) and Fuel and propulsion system (20). Those filings include 18 that report a crash, 4 that report a fire, and 7 that report an injury.
Is the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2016 Equinox has 396 complaints, 15 per year, and the 2018 has 408 complaints, 49 per year. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2016. The 2017 has fewer complaints per year than the 2018.
Has the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox?
Owners have filed 273 complaints about the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox is 22.3 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
What generation is the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox?
3rd generation (2018-2024).
What engine oil does a Chevrolet Equinox use?
5W-30 (4-cylinder); 5W-30 (V6 where equipped)
What does NHTSA recall 16V-582 cover on the Chevrolet Equinox?
Recall 16V-582 covers certain 2013 Equinox and Terrain vehicles: ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode and wear until one or both wipers stop working; dealers repair the AIP hole and inspect and replace the front wiper module as needed.