Low complaints, one recall to confirm
The 2022 Equinox has a low complaint rate overall, but most of its complaints are stalls from the same fuel pump module recall as the 2021. With that fixed, it is a sound buy.
Updated November 2026 · based on 184 owner complaints and 5 recalls
87 48% below the Equinox average
5 free to fix at a dealer
Every Equinox year compared
Owner complaints per 100,000 cars sold. Lower is better. The newest years have had less time to collect complaints, so they are marked too new to judge.
Known problems on the 2022 Equinox
Top problems and what they cost
Stalling from the fuel pump module
The engine can stall while driving or backing up. Recall 23V013 covers it.
Fix: Free under recall.
Fuel system
Reduced power warning
A few report engine power reduced messages.
Fix: Diagnosis $100 to $200.
Engine
Seat recalls
Recalls 22V359 and 22V724 cover seat issues.
Fix: Free under recall.
Seats
Recalls
Tread separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
An improperly welded seat frame may not adequately restrain the driver in a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
A seat with a missing or loose bolt may not properly restrain the occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
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.
Complaints by part
Before you buy a 2022 Chevrolet Equinox
- Confirm all 5 recalls show as repaired, especially 23V013.A recall is a safety fix the carmaker must do for free, even for later owners. Typing the 17-character VIN (on the dashboard and driver door) into nhtsa.gov/recalls shows any that were never done. Codes like 18V332 are recall numbers.The 2022 Equinox has 5 recalls on record, listed below.
- Drive for 20 minutes including stop and go to check for stalling.An engine that cuts out while driving takes away power steering and brake assist. Driving in stop-and-go traffic is the best way to catch it on a test drive.Owners filed 69 complaints about engine stalling and loss of power on the 2022 Equinox.
Questions
Is the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
Low complaints, one recall to confirm. The 2022 Equinox has a low complaint rate overall, but most of its complaints are stalls from the same fuel pump module recall as the 2021. With that fixed, it is a sound buy.
How many recalls does the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox have?
5 recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer, even for later owners. Enter the VIN on the free government recall lookup to see which are still open on a specific car.
What are the most common 2022 Chevrolet Equinox problems?
Stalling from the fuel pump module; Reduced power warning; Seat recalls.
Crash rating shown for the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD. Repair costs are typical U.S. ranges for parts and labor, not quotes. How we score.