2016 Chevrolet Equinox Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall and 399 owner complaints for the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox. The EPA rates it 18 to 26 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 1
- Owner complaints
- 399
- Crashes / fires reported
- 14 / 3
- EPA combined
- 18–26 MPG
2016 Chevrolet Equinox recalls
EquipmentJun 21, 2016 · NHTSA 16V449000+
Risk: If the information on the certification labels is incorrect, the operator may install incorrectly sized tires or rims or may improperly inflate the tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1050, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 46600.
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles manufactured October 16, 2015. The certification labels may have incorrect tire/rim size and cold tire pressure information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2016 Chevrolet Equinox problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Engine203
- Visibility/Wiper114
- Unknown or Other32
- Power Train27
- Electrical System24
- Fuel/Propulsion System19
- Air Bags12
- Engine and Engine Cooling9
2016 Chevrolet Equinox gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equinox FWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 22 | 31 | 26 | $2,450 |
| Equinox AWD | 2.4 L 4 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 20 | 28 | 23 | $2,800 |
| Equinox FWD | 3.6 L 6 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 17 | 24 | 20 | $3,200 |
| Equinox AWD | 3.6 L 6 cyl, Automatic 6-spd | 16 | 23 | 18 | $3,550 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox, most recently for the equipment (Jun 21, 2016). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Chevrolet Equinox problems?
Owners filed 399 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are engine (203), visibility/wiper (114), unknown or other (32).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox get?
The EPA rates the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox at 18 to 26 MPG combined (best version: 22 city / 31 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.