Engine
1.5L 4-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 181 of 181 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 42 of 181 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Fuel system
110 complaint records1 crash report
"The fuel pump is not consistently providing fuel to the engine and causing the engine to stall while driving.The fuel pump is not properly functioning...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse fuel system parts in the directory →
Engine & cooling
31 complaint records2 fire reports
"Transfer case issue. Bad sounds from engine while driving and could have left stranded on road causing a major safety issue...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse engine & cooling parts in the directory →
Driver assistance
23 complaint records5 crash reports
"Driver side blind spot would wrongfully detect a vehicle in the blind spot when there was no other vehicle around. In certain cases it would leave a huge uncertainty whether you could or not change lanes to left or make a left turn safely...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse driver assistance parts in the directory →
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24V839000 | Power Train | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Express and GMC Savana vehicles. Incorrect software in the transmission control module (TCM) may result in harsh shifting, reduced power, unintended... | Normally free |
| 23V339000 | Child Seat | 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... | Normally free |
| 23V013000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 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. | Normally free |
| 22V724000 | Seats | 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. | Normally free |
| 22V359000 | Seats | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021 Chevrolet Malibu, 2022 Chevrolet Equinox, Blazer and Cadillac XT4 vehicles. | Normally free |
| 21V612000 | Tires | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with certain Hankook tires. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023279 2023-05-11 | Seats And Restraints | 44,722 | Issue: The coating may be too thick on the connection bars for the lower universal anchorage system (UAS) for securing a child or booster seat in the rear seat. |
| 2023013 2023-01-19 | Fuel System | 1,534 | Issue: On certain vehicles, a problem with the fuel pump may cause reduced fuel flow to the engine. If this happens, you may notice engine hesitation and the check engine light may turn on. |
| 2022553 2022-09-29 | Seats And Restraints | 940 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the bolt for the height-adjustment pivot on the driver seat may be loose or stripped. As a result, the bolt could pull out of the joint and allow the seat to move in a crash. |
| 2022262 2022-05-19 | Seats And Restraints | 24 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the power tilt-adjustment mechanism for the driver's seat frame may not have been properly welded. As a result, the seat could fail and move in a crash. |
| 2021489 2021-08-05 | Tires | 870 | Issue: Certain vehicles were built with tires that may have a manufacturing defect. As a result, the tire tread could separate while driving. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22-NA-244 May 2024 | WARRANTY EXTENSION | Electrical System | This service bulletin provides information about GM Accessories - Dealer-Installed, Repaired or Replaced During Warranty Coverage Period. |
| PIT5698F Sep 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This PI provides Diagnostics tips on how the LIN bus works and how to diagnosis it. | |
| PIP4902W Sep 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | |
| N262558690-01 Sep 2026 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Emission Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles listed above may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. If this were to occur, fuel flow to the engine could be interrupted. | |
| PIC6551C Aug 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues |
Show 55 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIT5099J Jul 2026 | Unknown Or Other | PI to help diagnose A/C concern | |
| PIT5966F Jun 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message. | |
| PIT6519 May 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice command will be inoperative when trying to open applications. Engineering is investigating and this PI will be converted to a bulletin when a repair is available. | |
| PIC6551B May 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues | |
| PIC6423A May 2026 | Unknown Or Other | Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue | |
| PIC6626A May 2026 | Unknown Or Other | PI created to guide technicians through radio restriction process | |
| PIT5812G Apr 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information announces the end of an engineering investigation into a brake pad noise. | |
| PIT3271Q Apr 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available. | |
| PIT5992B Mar 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information discusses a condition that may arise from the drivers window switch sending an errant message causing the vehicle to enter manual fob learn mode. | |
| N25-250552 Mar 2026 | SOFTWARE UPDATE | Unknown Or Other | Improvements to OnStar functionality. |
| PIP4902V Mar 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | |
| PIP6104 Mar 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect. | |
| PIT6425D Mar 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss | |
| N252516900-01 Feb 2026 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Emission Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles listed above may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. If this were to occur, fuel flow to the engine could be interrupted. | |
| N252516900 Feb 2026 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Emission Recall. Additional VINs moved to Open status. | |
| N25-250552 Feb 2026 | SOFTWARE UPDATE | Unknown Or Other | Improvements to OnStar functionality. During the update process, your radio may stay on up to 5 minutes after you exit the vehicle. This is expected behavior when an update package is onboard the vehicle. Do not service your vehicle during installation. |
| N252516900 Jan 2026 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Emission Recall. Additional VINs Moved to ‘Open’ Status | |
| PIT5812F Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information announces the end of an engineering investigation into a brake pad noise. | |
| PIC6626 Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | PI created to guide technicians through radio restriction process | |
| PIT6425C Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's | |
| PIT6400A Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting due to issue with getting product from current supplier listed in the bulletin. | |
| PIP6098 Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This PI advised dealer technicians of possible causes of diesel fuel contamination in gasoline powered vehicles and advises of warranty direction. | |
| PIP5700G Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering | |
| PIP4902U Jan 2026 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | |
| N25-250552 Dec 2025 | SOFTWARE UPDATE | Unknown Or Other | Improvements to OnStar functionality. During the update process, your radio may stay on up to 5 minutes after you exit the vehicle. This is expected behavior when an update package is onboard the vehicle. Do not service your vehicle during installation. |
| PIT5214G Nov 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have had multiple repair attempts that are being performed on customer’s vehicles that exhibit vibration conditions without utilizing the support of General Motors Technical... | |
| PIP5700F Oct 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering | |
| PIT6425B Oct 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's | |
| PIT6425A Oct 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's | |
| PIC6551A Oct 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues | |
| N252516900 Oct 2025 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Emission Recall. Population Expansion. | |
| PIT6440 Oct 2025 | Unknown Or Other | The Driver Information Center may display a message of Transport Mode On after the ignition is cycled. | |
| N252516900 Sep 2025 | Fuel/Propulsion System | Emission Recall. General Motors has decided to conduct a Voluntary Emission Recall. Certain vehicles listed above may have a condition which can cause the fuel pump power control module to fail. If this were to occur, fuel flow to the engine could be interrupted. | |
| 13598 Sep 2025 | Unknown Or Other | New Vehicle Monitoring Programs Section in IVH | |
| 22-NA-080 Sep 2025 | Engine | This technical bulletin provides a procedure to replace the camshaft actuator magnet to correct customer concerns of engine related shudder. | |
| PIT5578E Aug 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information advises technicians the heater hose clamps are one time use only. | |
| PIP4902T Aug 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | |
| PIT6059C Aug 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with super cruise unavailable due to the driver's monitoring camera and dealers to replace the camera. | |
| PIC5650M Aug 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an intermittent no crank, no start, or start stall concern with the security light coming on. | |
| PIT6247A Aug 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates direction to find information at www.gmupfitter.com for Police and Special Service Vehicles. | |
| PIP5601B Jul 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC. | |
| PIP5601C Jul 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This PI communicates the requirement to provide a pico file to receive diagnostic assistance from TAC. | |
| N252494770-01 Jun 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Unknown Or Other | Amendments to the Song-Beverly Act (SBA) California warranty law provides vehicle owners with an opportunity to submit a written notice to GM before filing a lawsuit seeking a vehicle repurchase. |
| N252494770 Jun 2025 | SERVICE CAMPAIGN | Unknown Or Other | Amendments to the Song-Beverly Act (SBA) California warranty law provides vehicle owners with an opportunity to submit a written notice to GM before filing a lawsuit seeking a vehicle repurchase. |
| PIT6400 Jun 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This PI Communications information on an alternative product dealers can use to perform 19-NA-255: Wax Coating on Frame Peeling, Metal Shows Corrosion/Rusting due to issue with getting product from current supplier listed in the bulletin. | |
| PIP6071 Jun 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary Information communicates a intermittent misfire, surge, hesitation, chuggle with a potential MIL concerning a potential skewed position 1 oxygen sensor. | |
| PIT6180A Jun 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates assistance in locating the Rear seat belt comfort guides in the parts catalog. | |
| PIP4902S Jun 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance. | |
| 25-NA-156 Jun 2025 | Wheels | This service bulletin provides information on Tire Sidewall Irregularities. | |
| 00-06-01-026R Jun 2025 | Engine | This service bulletin provides information on replacing the intake manifold when the engine is replaced after severe internal engine damage. | |
| PIT5074R May 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the use of J-35616-64B and Mini 50 terminal test probe, replacement terminals, and terminated leads. | |
| PIT5966E May 2025 | Unknown Or Other | This Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still displayed after an OTA event and how to reset/clear the message. | |
| 23-NA-170 May 2025 | Engine | This bulletin advises the tech to inspect deeper into what may be to main cause of an engine failure. | |
| 23-NA-153 May 2025 | Engine | The service bulletin advises the tech of a normal transmission shift condition and the delay in throttle response when the throttle plate is opened rapidly and advises the customer that it is normal for the delay. | |
| 25-NA-118 May 2025 | Forward Collision Avoidance | This service bulletin provides information for the technicians to use a Customer Concern Verification sheet to facilitate the questions needing to be answered by the customer regarding Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) issues. |
Showing 60 of 765 distinct bulletins on file for this vehicle.
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Smell for fuel and watch the first restart when hot.Hard starting when warm, hesitation under load, or any fuel odor near the tank or engine bay match this vehicle's fuel-system cluster. Check the recall table for fuel pump campaigns.
- Cold-start it yourself and listen for the first thirty seconds.Knocking, ticking that fades as it warms, or blue or white smoke on startup are the sounds of this vehicle's engine cluster. Check the oil level and the coolant color, and ask whether the engine or its head gaskets have ever been out.
- Try the camera, sensors, and any driver-assist features in a parking lot.A blank or frozen backup camera image and phantom sensor alerts are this vehicle's driver-assistance complaints.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 6 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask the dealer whether the warranty extension on file still applies to this VIN.The manufacturer issued 1 warranty extension for this vehicle (see the service bulletins section). Extended coverage often runs by years or miles from the original sale, and a repair the seller paid for may have been free.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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