2024 Chevrolet Equinox: Reliability, Recalls, Known Issues & Cost to Own
Data last updated 2026-07-04 · sources listed throughout · based on public NHTSA data
The most trouble-free Equinox by complaint volume, with the redesigned e-Boost brakes and a refined, fuel-efficient 1.5T turbo. A strong used compact-SUV choice. New, the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox ranged from $26,600 to $33,400 depending on trim (base MSRP, before options and destination).
This listing
Context from the listing you were viewing, not a market-price judgement.
The most trouble-free Equinox by complaint volume, with the redesigned e-Boost brakes and a refined, fuel-efficient 1.5T turbo. A strong used compact-SUV choice.
Sources (2)
- api.nhtsa.govhttps://api.nhtsa.gov/complaints/complaintsByVehicle?make=chevrolet&model=equ…
- gmauthority.comhttps://gmauthority.com/blog/2026/02/gm-hit-with-class-action-lawsuit-over-fa…
Recalls & safety
Recall history hasn't been loaded for this model year yet.
Whether a recall is still open on a specific car depends on its VIN. Check it free at NHTSA's VIN lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls), or ask the seller for proof the repair was done.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Comfortable, compliant ride and a quiet cabin.
- Smooth, quiet 1.5L turbo with adequate power and good real-world highway fuel economy.
- Roomy, practical interior and competitive cargo space.
- Strong value and wide availability on the used market.
Cons
- Hesitant auto stop-start and a base engine that feels strained when loaded.
- Interior materials and build quality feel cheap for the class.
- Pre-2023 models carry the brake vacuum-pump failure risk (hard pedal, possible engine damage).
- Below-average predicted reliability versus class leaders like the RAV4 and CR-V.
Trims & original pricing
| Trim | Original base MSRP | New today | Engine | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS | $26,600 | $29,000 | 1.5L turbo 4-cyl (170 hp) | 28 |
| LT | $28,150 | $29,000 | 1.5L turbo 4-cyl (170 hp) | 28 |
| LS AWD | $28,200 | $31,000 | 1.5L turbo 4-cyl (170 hp) | 26 |
| LT AWD | $29,750 | $31,000 | 1.5L turbo 4-cyl (170 hp) | 26 |
| RS | $30,950 | $33,900 | 1.5L turbo 4-cyl (170 hp) | 28 |
| Premier | $31,800 | $33,900 | 1.5L turbo 4-cyl (170 hp) | 28 |
| RS AWD | $32,550 | $35,900 | 1.5L turbo 4-cyl (170 hp) | 26 |
| Premier AWD | $33,400 | $35,900 | 1.5L turbo 4-cyl (170 hp) | 26 |
Prices are base MSRP for each trim's standard configuration. Options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Sources (4)
- iseecars.comhttps://www.iseecars.com/car/2024-chevrolet-equinox-price
- fueleconomy.govhttps://www.fueleconomy.gov/ws/rest/vehicle/46591
- cars.comhttps://www.cars.com/research/chevrolet-equinox-2020/
- fueleconomy.govhttps://www.fueleconomy.gov/ws/rest/vehicle/46597
Depreciation
Move your cursor along the line to see the estimated value for any year.
This listing sits above the typical depreciation curve. Common for heavily-optioned cars and for 2021-2023 model years (pandemic-era pricing); the curve is anchored at base MSRP, which excludes options.
Curve anchored at the entry-trim base MSRP ($26,600). Higher trims started higher (up to $33,400), and options added more.
Curve outlook: a typical 2024 loses roughly another 30% of its value over the next 3 years. These are estimates from public data, not a market-price claim.
Sources (1)
- caredge.comhttps://caredge.com/chevrolet/equinox/depreciation
Cost to own
| Routine maintenance | ≈ $900–950/yr |
| Insurance (medium tier) | ≈ $2,100–2,200/yr |
| Fuel (12k mi/yr, 28 MPG) | ≈ $1,371/yr |
National-average estimates based on public data. Your costs vary by region, driver, and condition.
Sources (2)
- caredge.comhttps://caredge.com/chevrolet/equinox/maintenance
- caredge.comhttps://caredge.com/chevrolet/equinox/insurance
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
The most trouble-free Equinox by complaint volume, with the redesigned e-Boost brakes and a refined, fuel-efficient 1.5T turbo. A strong used compact-SUV choice.
How much did the 2024 Chevrolet Equinox cost new?
Between $26,600 and $33,400 depending on trim. Those are base MSRPs for each trim's standard configuration; options, packages, and destination charges added to what original buyers actually paid.
Is the Chevrolet Equinox expensive to maintain?
Estimated routine maintenance runs about $900–950/year.
Checking a listing right now?
The CarVitals extension runs this report automatically on any CarMax listing you open, with the listing's exact price, mileage, and trim filled in for you.
Add to Chrome · FreeNo account needed for the check. It runs on the car's details.
Estimates are based on public data: patterns, not guarantees. CarVitals is not affiliated with NHTSA, CarMax, AutoTrader, or Cars.com. Issue frequencies come from public NHTSA complaint data, which has no denominator, so they describe reporting patterns, not failure probabilities. Always have a used car inspected before buying. How we build these reports.