Safety recalls0
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 hNo recall campaigns found for the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox
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Owner complaints by component94
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 26 | 28 |
| Electrical system | 23 | 24 |
| Engine | 18 | 19 |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) | 12 | 13 |
| Vehicle speed control | 11 | 12 |
| Power train | 10 | 11 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 8 | 9 |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 7 |
| Steering | 5 | 5 |
| Visibility | 5 | 5 |
| Tires | 5 | 5 |
| Fuel system | 4 | 4 |
| Gasoline | 4 | 4 |
| Structure | 3 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 3 |
6 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Electrical system
“Odometer Fraud - The contact purchased a 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale.”
- Fuel system
“The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact discovered a fuel leak coming from the gas tank.”
- Traction control system
“The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the traction control warning light illuminated and the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed.”
Other Chevrolet Equinox model years
- 20132 recalls751 complaints
- 20123 recalls685 complaints
- 20113 recalls782 complaints
- 20103 recalls784 complaints
- 20090 recalls94 complaints
- 20080 recalls370 complaints
- 20074 recalls685 complaints
- 20060 recalls695 complaints
- 20051 recall638 complaints
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Other Chevrolet models
- 2009 Malibu5 recalls1,534 complaints
- 2009 Silverado 15003 recalls444 complaints
- 2009 Impala5 recalls824 complaints
- 2009 Tahoe5 recalls306 complaints
- 2009 Trailblazer0 recalls28 complaints
- 2009 Cobalt5 recalls900 complaints
- 2009 Suburban5 recalls162 complaints
- 2009 Silverado0 recalls76 complaints
- 2009 Traverse8 recalls448 complaints
- 2009 Silverado 25005 recalls61 complaints
- 2009 Corvette0 recalls152 complaints
- 2009 Colorado3 recalls67 complaints
2009 Chevrolet Equinox recall questions
How many recalls does the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox have?
NHTSA has no safety recall campaigns on file for the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. Check a specific car by VIN anyway: a recall can be added at any time.
What is the most common complaint about the 2009 Chevrolet Equinox?
Air bags is the most-reported component, named in 26 complaints out of 94 filed with NHTSA (28%). Across all complaints, owners reported 5 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2009 Chevrolet Equinox?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Chevrolet recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Chevrolet dealer.
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