Chevrolet · Equinox · 2016
2016 Chevrolet Equinox
1
Recall
388
Complaints
4/5
Safety Rating
The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox has 1 recall and 388 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: engine (134 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Research Context
The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is engine with 134 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to see whether the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox reports cluster around one repeated symptom or spread across multiple systems.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox currently shows 1 NHTSA recall listed on this page and 388 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 4/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are engine (134), visibility/wiper (102), unknown or other (20).
- Vehicle
- 2016 Chevrolet Equinox
- Recalls
- 1
- Complaints
- 388
- Safety Rating
- 4/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
19.1% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: OptionalLane Departure Warning: Optional
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 16V449000June 21, 2016
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles manufactured October 16, 2015. The certification labels may have incorrect tire/rim size and cold tire pressure information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Remedy Status
GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1050, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 46600.
Owner Complaints
388 totalWHEELS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER,ENGINE
Jan 30, 2026
Transfer case and front differential failure. No warning lights came on beforehand
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jan 27, 2026
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while reversing the vehicle on a cold, snowy day, there was oil on the driveway. There was a fuel odor inside the vehicle, and the engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mech...
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WHEELS,ENGINE,VISIBILITY/WIPER
Dec 26, 2025
The wiper blade motor is gone out. The tire pressure sensor is off : the oil seems to disappear faster than the sensor
ENGINE,VISIBILITY/WIPER
Dec 19, 2025
I am writing to formally document a series of catastrophic mechanical failures regarding the aforementioned vehicle. Despite rigorous maintenance and significant financial investment, the car remains non-drivable, posing a severe safety risk. Chronology of Failures: October 202...
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ENGINE
Dec 15, 2025
Clogged PCV caused engine pressure resulting in failure of rear main seal
ENGINE
Dec 10, 2025
I just got this used car in seemingly great shape, was told it was garage kept and well cared for. Dealer had oil changed before I drove it off the lot. I only had it about one month, had driven about 1,000 miles so far, I check the oil, and dipstick was nearly dry. I threw oil i...
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VISIBILITY/WIPER
Nov 28, 2025
While driving with windshield wipers on, they suddenly stopped working. The wipers were stuck in position in the center of my windshield. Upon inspection, it appeared that one of the arms had become disconnected from the piece it was connected to. Snapped right off during unsafe ...
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ENGINE,LANE DEPARTURE
CRASHNov 3, 2025
This car used so much oil that I had to put it in constantly. Eventually the time belt broke, and the car stopped because it literally had no oil in it causing the engine to blow. This is a known problem I found out later on.
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Sep 22, 2025
When I was driving home from the grocery store a very heavy thunderstorm started I turned my wipers off because of the sudden rain just to realize that they were not working. I had to pull over because I couldn’t see. Causing me to almost get rear ended with my 6 month old, 18 mo...
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ENGINE
Sep 17, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the vehicle vibrated and idled abnormally. The contact depressed the brake pedal, and the vehicle jumped unintendedly. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact continued...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox have?
The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox has 1 recall recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox?
NHTSA has received 388 owner-reported complaints for the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox?
The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox are engine (134 reports), visibility/wiper (102 reports), unknown or other (20 reports).
Does the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 1 recall on record for the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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