2021 Chevrolet Equinox recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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A recall on the model year does not always mean your car is affected. Your VIN decides. Confirm open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
All 4 2021 Chevrolet Equinox recalls, newest first
May 11, 2023Child Seat, Vehicle Latch AnchorGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 to 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."
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.
NHTSA campaign 23V339000 · General Motors, LLC
Jan 19, 2023Fuel System, Gasoline, DeliveryGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 to 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 23V013000 · General Motors, LLC
Aug 5, 2021TiresGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 to 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 21V612000 · General Motors, LLC
Dec 23, 2020Seat BeltsGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV and 2021 GMC Canyon and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500, Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV and Chevrolet Blazer, Camaro, Colorado, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500, Suburban and Tahoe vehicles. Incorrect bolts may have been used at one or more fastening locations to secure the seat belts to the vehicle. If an incorrect bolt was used, the seat belt may not be properly attached to the vehicle.
Risk: If a seat belt assembly is not properly attached to the vehicle, the seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect bolts, free of charge. The recall began January 29, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1 800 462 8785, Cadillac customer service at 1 800 458 8006, or Chevrolet customer service at 1 800 222 1020. GM's number for this recall is N202322230.
NHTSA campaign 20V811000 · General Motors, LLC
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FAQ
Does the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2021 Chevrolet Equinox. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2021 Chevrolet Equinox has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.