2022 Chevrolet Equinox Recalls, Problems & MPG

NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls and 182 owner complaints for the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. The EPA rates it 27 to 28 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

Recalls
5
Owner complaints
182
Crashes / fires reported
13 / 3
EPA combined
27–28 MPG

2022 Chevrolet Equinox recalls

  • Child SeatMay 11, 2023 · NHTSA 23V339000+

    Risk: The inability to install a child seat with the LATCH anchorage bars could result in an unsecured child seat, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

    Fix: Owners are advised to install child seats using the vehicle's rear seat belts until the remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect the latch anchorage bars, and remove and replace the finish, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232403240.

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars may have excessive powder coating, which could prevent a child seat from being installed with the anchorage bars. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

  • Fuel System, GasolineJan 19, 2023 · NHTSA 23V013000+

    Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222372310.

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The fuel pump module may not consistently provide sufficient fuel to the engine, resulting in an engine stall.

  • SeatsSep 29, 2022 · NHTSA 22V724000+

    Risk: A seat with a missing or loose bolt may not properly restrain the occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the seat cushion frame, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 4, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222377890.

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The driver's seat may have a stripped or loose bolt at the seat frame height-adjust pivot.

  • SeatsMay 19, 2022 · NHTSA 22V359000+

    Risk: An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the driver in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the cushion frame, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 23, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212356050.

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. The driver's seat cushion frame may have an improper weld in the power tilt-adjustment mechanism.

  • TiresAug 5, 2021 · NHTSA 21V612000+

    Risk: Tread separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Fix: Dealers will inspect the tire DOT numbers, and replace any affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782; and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212343560.

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with certain Hankook tires. The tires may have been manufactured with an insufficient amount of curative agent, which could cause tread separation.

Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.

Most reported 2022 Chevrolet Equinox problems

Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.

  • Fuel/Propulsion System79
  • Fuel System36
  • Gasoline36
  • Engine28
  • Electrical System20
  • Unknown or Other15
  • Power Train12
  • Lane Departure7

2022 Chevrolet Equinox gas mileage

EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).

VersionEngineCityHwyComb.Fuel / yr
Equinox FWD1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic 6-spd263128$2,300
Equinox AWD1.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic 6-spd253027$2,400

Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.

Questions

Does the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, most recently for the child seat (May 11, 2023). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common 2022 Chevrolet Equinox problems?

Owners filed 182 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are fuel/propulsion system (79), fuel system (36), gasoline (36).

What gas mileage does the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox get?

The EPA rates the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox at 27 to 28 MPG combined (best version: 26 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.