12 complaints reported

2020 Chevrolet Equinox UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Owner-reported problems and safety issues filed with NHTSA. Review common failures, severity levels, and complaint trends over time.

Reports
12
Crashes
0
Fires
1
Injuries
0

Complaint Timeline

Chronological view of owner reports

Mar 2026

Vehicle lacked power to accelerate. Took vehicle to Christian Brothers Automotive where it was diagnosed with a bad transmission, Christian Brothers replaced the transmission.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Jan 2026
Dec 2025

Recently noticed that windshield wipers were not operating properly especially in heavy downpours. Difficult to see. Garage noticed that wipers were not operating correctly due to a flaw in the windshield wiper motor. There was a recall on earlier Chevy Equinox Windshield Wiper Motor on the 2015 model. I’m wondering if they ever Corrected that problem for later models or is it possible that they are still using a defective motor. Was confirmed by mechanic. Wipers will not operate properly and is definitely a hazard.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Oct 2025
Apr 2025

Sirus XM radio not working I called Sirus XM and cancelled my subscription they told me it is an ongoing issue multiple people are having the same issue it keeps saying reception is blocked.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Apr 2021
Nov 2024

Water accumulate on backseat floor boards on both sides and in the trunk's spare tire compartment. Possible electrical issues from electrical components being wet. Vehicle has mold. No warning lights. Issue first known occurance on 11/9/24. Took vehicle to the dealership for inspection and was told that I'm responsible for diagnostic and repair. This is a known issue for this year and model but this has not been recalled.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Sep 2024
Nov 2024

I was going on ramp and started to go on Interstate when my vehicle slowed down, check engine lights came on. It wouldn't pick up speed. I had vehicle checked and it was Turbocharger. I had to pay $2,820.13 for repairs. 10/

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Jan 2024
Nov 2024

I was driving my car and it shut down in the middle of traffic on the freeway on [XXX] I thought I was dead I almost had a accident the car started back up and it did it again 4 times I am afraid to drive the car when it shuts down the steering wheel locks up and nothing happens I am so afraid of this Equinox please help. Not knowing what to do went to the dealer guy did a simply scan on the car and tried to sell me a car instead of trying to find the cause I am just so upset I love my car please please help me. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: May 2024
Sep 2022

My vehicle’s star is being illegally tapped into and accessed on a regular basis with individuals using a coding method and/or a device. I have made numerous attempts to prevent this by purchasing rfid pouches, clothes to avoid key fob intrusion. This has access has also opened the intrusion to my iPhones, iPads, tvs, refrigerators, etc. I ask that you start an investigation and also demand an update to these security issues. While I’m driving, the car is an open source as well as when the car is off.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Nov 2020
May 2022

Driving down a state road going about 60 miles an hour. it’s 49° outside and raining. I had the heat on. the next thing I know there’s a loud bang and glass everywhere. for no apparent reason my sunroof exploded

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Mar 2022
Mar 2022 Fire

Vehicle caught fire while parked and turned off.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Jan 2022
Feb 2022

I own a 2020 Equinox with a VIN of 2GNAXUEV1L6226983 and is still covered under the manufacture warranty. I am experiencing the technical issues reported in the Service Bulletin concerning the climate control odor when the engine restarts which affects 2020 to 2022 model year Chevy Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. I have contacted both the dealership I purchased the vehicle from and the General Motors Customer Service Hotline. Both have indicated to me that my VIN is not listed on the Service Bulletin and that I would have to pay out of pocket for the correction.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Jan 2020
Dec 2021

TCS and ESC came off after a needed full throttle acceleration. This happened 3 times. After reading groups on the internet, seems is a common problem with the sensors on Equinox.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Nov 2021
Dec 2019

CAR HAS A PROBLEM WITH MOLD IN THE CONDENSER AND A ODOR THAT CAN'T BE CORRECTED. PROBLEM IS WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER IS RUNNING., AND BECOMES A PROBLEM TO MY BREATHING. AFTER LOOKING ON LINE IT SEAMS TO BE CALLED DIRTY SOCK SYNDROME. THIS WAS ALSO SMELLED IN THE RENTAL EQUINOX THAT WAS PROVIDED. THIS IS A HEALTH RISK TO PEOPLE WITH BREATHING PROBLEMS AS I HAVE.

Type: Vehicle, Vehicle: 2020 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, Manufacturer: General Motors, LLC
Incident: Oct 2019

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The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox has 12 UNKNOWN OR OTHER complaints on file. Review the timeline above for detailed owner experiences.