2010–2017 Chevrolet Equinox: what to inspect before you bid at auction

Before you bid: what to have checked

Issues documented for this generation. They are patterns for the model, not findings about any specific car, and many depend on the engine, mileage and service history. Confirm on the unit you are bidding on.

• Excessive oil consumption on the 2.4L, addressed by GM piston/ring special coverages for 2010-2013. Owner reports describe oil running low between changes, rattles, low oil pressure, timing chain damage and engine failure verified source
  System: Engine (major) · Applies to: 2.4L LAF / 6T45 | 2.4L LEA / 6T45 · Documented around: about 76,000-105,000 mi (carcomplaints.com averages for 2010-2016 oil consumption pages) · About: varies
  Reported signs: burning oil between oil changes; oil light came on, said oil pressure low stop engine; have to add a quart every week; no oil on the dipstick; engine rattle and knock then it died; check engine light and misfire
  Source: GM special coverages for piston/ring replacement when the engine burns more than 1 qt per 2,000 mi: 14159 (2010 LAF, 10 yr/120,000 mi), 15285 (2011 LAF, 7 yr 6 mo/120,000 mi), 16118 (2012 LEA, 7 yr 6 mo/120,000 mi) and N192291100 (2013 LEA, issued Jan 2020 under the Berman settlement). Berman v. General Motors, S.D. Fla. No. 2:18-cv-14371: class of 2010-2013 2.4L Equinox/Terrain, final approval entered Nov 18, 2019. NHTSA complaints API keyword matches (pulled 2026-10-20; case-insensitive search of complaint text, not confirmed failures): 858 complaints have text matching oil consumption/burning oil/adding quarts (2010:96, 2011:140, 2012:167, 2013:188, 2014:74, 2015:82, 2016:65, 2017:46). carcomplaints.com: Excessive Oil Consumption is the #1 problem for 2010 (93 reports, $3,370 typical, 76,550 mi), 2012 (107 reports, $2,560) and 2013 (97 reports, $3,140)
• Rear main (crankshaft) seal leak in cold weather on the 2.4L; GM special coverage 14882 attributes it to a frozen/plugged PCV system on engines with high oil consumption; owners report rapid oil loss verified source
  System: Engine (major) · Applies to: 2.4L LAF / 6T45 | 2.4L LEA / 6T45 · Documented around: about 81,000-108,000 mi (carcomplaints.com 2012, 2016 and 2017 rear main seal pages) · About: varies; happens in sub-freezing weather
  Reported signs: heard a pop and oil poured out; rear main seal blew out on the highway; oil all over the bottom of the engine after a cold morning; oil light came on and engine lost all its oil
  Source: GM special coverage 14882 (Mar 2015): 2010-2014 Equinox and 2010-2013 Terrain with the 2.4L that have high oil consumption may get a frozen/plugged PCV system in cold weather, causing a rear crankshaft seal leak; 10 yr/120,000 mi. GM PIP5093B (Jan 2016): oil leak after driving below 0 F, sometimes after a single 'pop'. NHTSA complaints API keyword matches (pulled 2026-10-20) (case-insensitive keyword search of complaint text; matches are not confirmed failures): 227 complaints have text matching the rear main seal, rising in later years (2010:5, 2012:25, 2013:38, 2016:37, 2017:66), and 98 cite bulletin 14882. carcomplaints.com: 'Blown Rear Main Seal' is the #1 problem for 2016 (16 reports, $2,730, 108,100 mi) and 2017 (23 reports, $2,120, 81,600 mi)
• Owner-reported timing chain stretch, rattle or breakage on the 2.4L, often described after the engine ran low on oil commonly reported
  System: Engine (major) · Applies to: 2.4L LAF / 6T45 | 2.4L LEA / 6T45 · Documented around: about 100,000-117,000 mi (carcomplaints.com 2013 and 2015) · About: varies
  Reported signs: rattling on start up; timing chain broke while driving; check engine light, timing chain codes; engine failure after timing chain jumped
  Source: NHTSA complaints API keyword matches (pulled 2026-10-20; case-insensitive search, not confirmed failures): 353 complaints have text matching the timing chain (2010:54, 2011:78, 2012:49, 2013:45, 2014:35, 2015:42, 2016:22, 2017:28); most don't name the engine, but the 2.4L is the volume engine. carcomplaints.com: 2013 'Timing Chain Broke' (8 reports, $1,600 typical, 116,750 mi); 2015 'Timing Chain Loosened Causing Engine Failure' (6 reports, $12,000, 100,950 mi). We found no GM coverage program for the 2.4L timing chain; repairs fall under GM's standard new-vehicle warranty (bumper-to-bumper and powertrain coverage; terms by model year are in the warranty booklet) within its terms
• Water pump/balance shaft chain wears and stretches on the 2010-2011 LAF: rattle or knock from the front of the engine, and the chain can break verified source
  System: Engine (major) · Applies to: 2.4L LAF / 6T45 · Documented around: varies · About: varies
  Reported signs: rattle from front of engine at idle; knocking noise worse with the AC on; sounds like the AC compressor is going bad
  Source: GM special coverage 12313/12313D: chrome coating on the balance chain pins can wear on 2010-2011 Equinox/Terrain LAF, the chain stretches and may break; labor 4.8 hr. GM PI0202D (Oct 2012): warm-idle rattle/knock from the front of the engine, more noticeable with A/C on; do not replace the A/C compressor, water pump or cam chain, replace the water pump/balance shaft chain and tensioner. NHTSA complaints API keyword matches (pulled 2026-10-20) (case-insensitive keyword search of complaint text; matches are not confirmed failures): 24 complaints have text matching the balance shaft/chain (2010:11, 2011:10, 2012:3) Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
• Loud rattle for a few seconds at cold start from the camshaft actuators (phasers); 2011 models also had a sticking camshaft position actuator solenoid causing rough idle and stalling verified source
  System: Engine (minor) · Applies to: 2.4L LAF / 6T45 | 2.4L LEA / 6T45 · Documented around: about 35,000 mi avg (carcomplaints.com 2011) · About: 1-4 years
  Reported signs: clattering noise when starting car; loud rattle on startup that goes away; check engine light, rough idle; stalled at low speed
  Source: GM PI0562E (Nov 2012): 2011-2012 Equinox LAF/LEA, loud rattle at start-up lasting 3 seconds or less, may set P0011; replace both camshaft actuators. GM voluntary emission recall 11195 (Aug 2011): 2011 Equinox 2.4L camshaft position actuator solenoid may stick (MIL, rough idle, possible stall); reprogram ECM and replace solenoid valves. carcomplaints.com 2011 'Clattering Noise When Starting Car': 27 reports, $2,500 typical, 35,150 mi. NHTSA complaints API keyword matches (pulled 2026-10-20) (case-insensitive keyword search of complaint text; matches are not confirmed failures): 45 complaints have text matching the cam actuator/phaser
• Timing chain stretch on the 3.0L and 3.6L V6: check engine light with cam/crank correlation codes and rattle (GM bulletins 12-06-01-009F, PIP3423P) verified source
  System: Engine (major) · Applies to: 3.0L LF1/LFW V6 / 6T70 | 3.6L LFX V6 / 6T70 · Documented around: varies · About: varies
  Reported signs: check engine light, code P0008 or P0016; rattle on cold start; engine light came back after timing chain was replaced
  Source: GM bulletin 12-06-01-009F (Mar 2015): High Feature V6 timing chain kits for stretched chains setting DTCs P0008, P0009, P0016-P0019, lists 2008-2012 Equinox (RPOs LF1, LFW). GM PIP3423P (Aug 2018): same DTCs, inspect for loose timing chains or tensioners, lists 2008-2017 Equinox with 3.0L LF1/LFW and 3.6L LFX
• Rear main seal oil leak on 2012-2013 V6 caused by the crankshaft #3 thrust bearing separating (excess crankshaft end play) verified source
  System: Engine (major) · Applies to: 3.0L LF1/LFW V6 / 6T70 | 3.6L LFX V6 / 6T70 · Documented around: varies · About: varies
  Reported signs: oil leaking from between the engine and transmission; oil spots under the car
  Source: GM bulletin 14-06-01-002A (Dec 2014): 2012-2013 Equinox with 3.0L LFW or 3.6L LFX, crankshaft rear oil seal leak caused by the #3 thrust bearing wing separating
• Windshield wipers can stop working; NHTSA 22V165000: "The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail." verified source
  System: Body hardware · Applies to: all · Documented around: varies · About: 5+ years
  Reported signs: wipers stopped working while driving in the rain; wipers popped off and stopped; wiper arms moving but not together; wipers went limp, had no visibility
  Source: NHTSA recalls 16V582000 (2013 Equinox/Terrain wiper module ball joints, 367,808 units) and 22V165000 (2014-2015 Equinox/Terrain, 681,509 units, after NHTSA Engineering Analysis EA19-005, which grew out of recall query RQ18-002). GM special coverages N192266180 (2010-2012 and 2014-2017, 10 yr/150,000 mi) and N192266181 (USA, 2010-2012 and, from Mar 2023, 2016-2017, 15 yr/200,000 mi). NHTSA complaints API keyword matches (pulled 2026-10-20) (case-insensitive keyword search of complaint text; matches are not confirmed failures): 976 complaints have text matching the wipers (2010:101, 2011:68, 2012:125, 2013:108, 2014:176, 2015:279, 2016:112, 2017:7)
• 6T45 transmission loses reverse and/or 3rd gear from a broken 3-5-reverse clutch wave plate on 2010 and early-2011 models verified source
  System: Transmission (major) · Applies to: 2.4L LAF / 6T45 · Documented around: about 75,000-92,000 mi (carcomplaints.com 2010 and 2011 'Transmission Failure') · About: varies
  Reported signs: won't go into reverse; no 3rd gear, slips; check engine light with transmission code P0776; transmission slipping
  Source: GM PI0780A (Jun 2015): 2010-2011 Equinox/Terrain 6T30/40/45/50 built on or before Julian date 11-015 (Jan 15, 2011) may have a broken 3-5-reverse apply (waved) plate: slip or no reverse, slip or no 3rd, DTC P0776. NHTSA complaints API keyword matches (pulled 2026-10-20) (case-insensitive keyword search of complaint text; matches are not confirmed failures): 28 complaints have text matching the wave plate (2010:24, 2011:4); 81 POWER TRAIN complaints mention reverse/3-5/wave plate (2010:48, 2011:20). carcomplaints.com: 2010 'Transmission Failure' 18 reports, $3,160, 74,700 mi; 2011 18 reports, $3,500, 91,550 mi. RepairPal lists the broken 3-5-R plate on the 6-speed as a top Equinox problem
• 6T70 (V6) transmission: no reverse/no 3rd on some 2016s (input speed sensor reluctor retainer ring out of its groove), and launch shudder or harsh 2-3/3-2 shifts from scored valve bodies on 2014-2017 verified source
  System: Transmission (major) · Applies to: 3.6L LFX V6 / 6T70 · Documented around: varies · About: varies
  Reported signs: shudders when taking off from a stop; harsh shift between 2nd and 3rd; no reverse and no 3rd gear
  Source: GM bulletin 16-NA-013 (Jan 2016): 2016 Equinox V6 6T70, no reverse/no 3rd with DTCs P0716/P0717/P0776, replace 3-5-reverse clutch plates. GM bulletin 18-NA-358 (Dec 2021): 2014-2017 Equinox 6T70 (M7U/M7W), launch shudder in 1st or 2-3/3-2 shift concern from debris-scored upper and lower valve bodies
• Electric power steering 'sticks' on center after a long highway drive, then breaks free (stick-slip) verified source
  System: Suspension/steering · Applies to: all · Documented around: varies · About: varies
  Reported signs: steering wheel sticks when trying to make small corrections on the highway; have to tug the wheel to get it to move off center; steering binds then jerks
  Source: GM special coverage 14232 (Nov 2014): steering may stick straight-ahead after long highway driving on 2010-2014 Equinox/Terrain; 10 yr/150,000 mi; dealers replace the steering gear on 2010-2012 and reprogram the power steering control module on 2013-2014. NHTSA complaints API keyword matches (pulled 2026-10-20) (case-insensitive keyword search of complaint text; matches are not confirmed failures): 38 complaints have text matching keywords for sticking/binding steering (2010:14) Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
• High-pressure fuel pump seal wear on the 2010-2011 LAF leaks fuel into the crankcase: rough running, check engine light, possible stall verified source
  System: Fuel system/emissions · Applies to: 2.4L LAF / 6T45 · Documented around: varies · About: varies
  Reported signs: engine runs rough and check engine light is on; car stalls while driving; smells like gas in the oil
  Source: GM emission recall 43180 (Sep 2016): 2010-2011 Equinox/Terrain LAF, high-pressure fuel pump plunger/shaft seal wear can leak fuel into the crankcase; replace the pump (labor 0.8 hr). Fuel pump coverage was moved here from special coverage 12313 per 12313C. NHTSA complaints API keyword matches (pulled 2026-10-20) (case-insensitive keyword search of complaint text; matches are not confirmed failures): 114 complaints have text matching the fuel pump (2010:41, 2011:28)
• Catalytic converter and oxygen sensor damage from oil burning: check engine light (2010-2011) or emissions over the limit with no warning light (2012-2013) verified source
  System: Fuel system/emissions · Applies to: 2.4L LAF / 6T45 | 2.4L LEA / 6T45 · Documented around: varies · About: varies
  Reported signs: check engine light, catalytic converter code; failed emissions test; car loses power, exhaust clogged
  Source: GM special coverage 15810 (2010-2011 LAF, catalytic converter thermal damage, 10 yr/120,000 mi). GM special coverage N192287100 (Oct 2020, 2012-2013 LEA, catalytic converter and O2 sensor degradation from oil consumption without a MIL, 10 yr/150,000 mi). GM emission recall N192268180 (Oct 2020, 2012-2013 LEA, replace the post-converter O2 sensor). Emission recall 14535 (Mar 2015, 2010 LAF, ECM reprogram for CO emissions). NHTSA complaints API keyword matches (pulled 2026-10-20) (case-insensitive keyword search of complaint text; matches are not confirmed failures): 99 complaints have text matching the catalytic converter or P0420
• Engine won't start, stalls at idle or hesitates right after refueling on some 2015s because the EVAP purge solenoid is inoperative verified source
  System: Fuel system/emissions · Applies to: 2.4L LEA / 6T45 · Documented around: varies · About: varies
  Reported signs: car won't start right after getting gas; stalls at idle after filling up; ticking noise from the engine bay
  Source: GM special coverage 18029 (Jun 2018): 2015 Equinox (and other GM models) inoperative purge solenoid can cause no start, stall at idle, hesitation and ticking, especially right after refueling; 10 yr/120,000 mi
• 'Service Air Bag' light from high resistance in the side-impact airbag connector under the front seat (2010-2011) verified source
  System: In-car electronics · Applies to: all · Documented around: varies · About: varies
  Reported signs: service airbag light keeps coming on; airbag light comes on randomly; dealer says no recall for the airbag light
  Source: GM special coverage 14710 (Jun 2015): 2010-2011 Equinox/Terrain, high resistance in the side-impact airbag circuit sets the airbag light; dealers crimp and solder the connector; 10 yr/120,000 mi. GM bulletin 11-09-41-001 (Mar 2011): airbag light with multiple codes from a seat wiring harness connector. NHTSA complaints API keyword matches (pulled 2026-10-20) (case-insensitive keyword search of complaint text; matches are not confirmed failures): 58 complaints have text matching 'service airbag' (2010:13, 2011:16)
• Rust on door bottom hems, the liftgate around the center applique, and underbody parts in salt states commonly reported
  System: Paint/trim · Applies to: all · Documented around: varies · About: 5+ years
  Reported signs: rust on the bottom of the doors; rust on the hatch; subframe rusted through
  Source: GM bulletins listing 2010-2015/2016 Equinox: 02-08-98-002F (rust at door hem flange repair) and 15-08-51-001C (insulator part to prevent liftgate rust at the center applique); GM PI0281 series (underbody corrosion guidance). NHTSA complaints API keyword matches (pulled 2026-10-20) (case-insensitive keyword search of complaint text; matches are not confirmed failures): 39 complaints have text matching rust, e.g. ODI 10763708 (door hems at 5 years), 11195213 (2010 front and rear subframe rotted), 11698293 (2012 rear trailing arm/subframe rusted through)
• Power front seat height adjuster bolt can fall out, letting the seat drop or move verified source
  System: Body hardware · Applies to: all · Documented around: varies · About: varies
  Reported signs: seat suddenly dropped; driver seat rocking or loose
  Source: NHTSA recall 14V447000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=14V447000), report received 23/07/2014, 414333 units potentially affected per NHTSA: "the bolt that secures the driver's and passenger's power front seat height adjuster may fall out causing the seat to drop suddenly to the lowest vertical position" (2010-2012 Equinox among other GM models)

Recon cost reference

Estimates from the sources shown, priced as of 2026-10-20. Your shop rate, parts sourcing and the car's actual condition decide the real number. These are not quotes.

Powertrains

Engine and transmission combinations documented for this generation. Which one a given car has can only be confirmed from the VIN or the car itself. Some items above apply only to certain powertrains.

• 2.4L LAF Ecotec I4, direct injection with GM 6T45 6-speed automatic, FWD or AWD, model years 2010–2011
  Source: Wikipedia, Chevrolet Equinox article, second generation section (fetched 2026-10-20); Wikipedia GM Ecotec engine article (LAF used 2010-2011); GM bulletins 15810, 12313D and PI0202D list 2010-2011 Equinox with RPO LAF
• 2.4L LEA Ecotec I4, direct injection, E85 flex-fuel capable version of the LAF with GM 6T45 6-speed automatic, FWD or AWD, model years 2012–2017
  Source: Wikipedia, Chevrolet Equinox article, second generation section (fetched 2026-10-20); Wikipedia GM Ecotec engine article; GM bulletins 16118 and N192291100 list 2012 and 2013 Equinox with RPO LEA
• 3.0L LF1 DOHC direct-injection V6 (264 hp); LFW is the flex-fuel version (2011-2012). LT and LTZ only with GM 6T70 6-speed automatic, FWD or AWD, model years 2010–2012
  Source: Wikipedia, Chevrolet Equinox article, second generation section (fetched 2026-10-20); Wikipedia GM High Feature engine article; GM bulletin 12-06-01-009F lists Equinox RPOs LF1 and LFW
• 3.6L LFX DOHC direct-injection V6 (301 hp); flex-fuel dropped for 2015. LT and LTZ/Premier only with GM 6T70 6-speed automatic, FWD or AWD (AWD only for 2016-2017), model years 2013–2017
  Source: Wikipedia, Chevrolet Equinox article, second generation section (fetched 2026-10-20); Wikipedia GM High Feature engine article; GM bulletins 20-NA-029 and 18-NA-358 list 2013-2017 / 2014-2017 Equinox with LFX and 6T70

NHTSA recalls: verify this VIN

A recall that applies to a model is not proof that a specific car has an open recall. Whether this VIN is affected, and whether the repair was done, is shown by NHTSA's VIN lookup. Check it before you bid.

NHTSA campaigns listed for this generation when it was researched (2026-10-20): 09V489000, 10V623000, 11V511000, 14V447000, 15V666000, 16V449000, 16V502000, 16V582000, 22V165000. The list may be out of date.

Manufacturer bulletins (TSBs)

Technical service bulletins are the manufacturer's own guidance to its dealers. A bulletin is not a recall and does not mean a repair is free. Coverage depends on the manufacturer's terms and the VIN.

• GM 14159 / 14159D (Aug 2014)
  Special coverage: 2010 2.4L LAF oil consumption, replace all four pistons/rings if consumption exceeds 1 qt per 2,000 mi
  2010 only. 10 yr/120,000 mi from in-service; Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10118904 (GM bulletin 14159D) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45
• GM 15285 / 15285D (Jul 2015)
  Special coverage: 2011 2.4L LAF oil consumption, piston/ring replacement
  2011 only. 7 yr 6 mo/120,000 mi; Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10118905 (GM bulletin 15285D) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45
• GM 16118 / 16118-01 (Apr 2017 / Jan 2020)
  Special coverage: 2012 2.4L LEA oil consumption (rattle/knock, oil pressure light, 'Oil Pressure Low - Stop Engine'), piston/ring replacement
  2012 only. 7 yr 6 mo/120,000 mi; Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
  Source: NHTSA documents MC-10118906 and MC-10171429 (GM bulletin 16118) · applies to 2.4L LEA / 6T45
• GM N192291100 / -01 (Jan 2020)
  Special coverage: 2013 2.4L LEA oil consumption, piston/ring replacement plus parts damaged solely by the consumption (issued under the Berman settlement)
  2013 built before the May 2013 piston ring change. 7 yr 6 mo/120,000 mi; Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
  Source: NHTSA documents MC-10171426 and MC-10171430 (GM bulletin N192291100) · applies to 2.4L LEA / 6T45
• GM 13-06-01-003 (rev. I, Jun 2019)
  2.4L oil consumption test and piston/ring kit; dipstick shows no oil once about 1.25 qt low
  Repair information for 2010-2013, not a coverage program
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10163271 (GM bulletin 13-06-01-003I) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45 | 2.4L LEA / 6T45
• GM 14882 (Mar 2015)
  Special coverage: plugged/frozen PCV orifice in the intake manifold causes rear crankshaft seal leak on 2.4L engines with high oil consumption
  2010-2014 Equinox. 10 yr/120,000 mi from in-service; Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
  Source: NHTSA document SB-10090101 (GM bulletin 14882) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45 | 2.4L LEA / 6T45
• GM PIP5093B (Jan 2016)
  Oil leak from rear of engine after extended driving below 0 F, sometimes after a single 'pop' (frozen PCV)
  Diagnostic information for 2010-2014
  Source: NHTSA document SB-10075736 (GM PIP5093B) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45 | 2.4L LEA / 6T45
• GM 12313 / 12313D (Jul 2013 / Jun 2017)
  Special coverage: 2010-2011 LAF balance (water pump/balance shaft) chain wear and stretch
  10 yr/120,000 mi; Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10158886 (GM bulletin 12313D) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45
• GM PI0202D (Oct 2012)
  Rattle/knock from front of engine at warm idle, worse with A/C on; replace water pump/balance shaft chain and tensioner, not the A/C compressor, water pump or cam chain
  Repair information
  Source: NHTSA document SB-10084194 (GM PI0202D) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45
• GM 11195 (Aug 2011)
  Voluntary emission recall: 2011 2.4L camshaft position actuator solenoid may stick (MIL, rough idle, possible stall)
  Recall: no expiry; have a dealer check the VIN
  Source: NHTSA document CSC-10040502 (GM bulletin 11195) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45 | 2.4L LEA / 6T45
• GM PI0562E (Nov 2012)
  Loud rattle at start-up lasting 3 seconds or less, possible P0011; replace both camshaft actuators
  Repair information for 2011-2012
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10126162 (GM PI0562E) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45 | 2.4L LEA / 6T45
• GM 43180 (Sep 2016)
  Emission recall: 2010-2011 LAF high-pressure fuel pump seal leaks fuel into the crankcase; replace pump
  Recall: no expiry; check VIN
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10119010 (GM bulletin 43180) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45
• GM 14535 (Mar 2015)
  Emission recall: 2010 LAF fuel control may not adequately control carbon monoxide; reprogram ECM
  Recall: check VIN
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10090086 (GM bulletin 14535) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45
• GM 15810 / 15810-03 (Aug 2016 / Jul 2018)
  Special coverage: 2010-2011 LAF catalytic converter thermal damage, check engine light
  10 yr/120,000 mi; Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10144226 (GM bulletin 15810-03) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45
• GM N192287100 / -01 (Oct 2020 / Jun 2021)
  Special coverage: 2012-2013 LEA catalytic converter and O2 sensor degradation from oil consumption, no MIL
  10 yr/150,000 mi from in-service; Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
  Source: NHTSA documents MC-10183216 and MC-10200182 (GM bulletin N192287100) · applies to 2.4L LEA / 6T45
• GM N192268180 (Oct 2020)
  Emission recall: 2012-2013 LEA post-converter O2 sensor reads inaccurately so emissions can exceed limits without a MIL; replace sensor
  Recall: no expiry; check VIN
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10183214 (GM bulletin N192268180) · applies to 2.4L LEA / 6T45
• GM 12312 / 12312A (Aug 2013)
  Customer satisfaction program: 2010-2012 2.4L oil life monitor update (ECM reprogram)
  Program ran until Aug 31, 2015
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10114191 (GM bulletin 12312A) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45 | 2.4L LEA / 6T45
• GM 18029 (Jun 2018)
  Special coverage: 2015 inoperative EVAP purge solenoid, no start/stall after refueling
  10 yr/120,000 mi from in-service; Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10143751 (GM bulletin 18029) · applies to 2.4L LEA / 6T45
• GM 14232 / 14232A (Nov 2014)
  Special coverage: electric power steering stick-slip after long highway driving; replace steering gear (2010-2012) or reprogram PSCM (2013-2014)
  10 yr/150,000 mi; Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
  Source: NHTSA documents SB-10081067 and SB-10089943 (GM bulletin 14232)
• GM 14710 (Jun 2015)
  Special coverage: 2010-2011 side-impact airbag connector high resistance, airbag light
  10 yr/120,000 mi; Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer.
  Source: NHTSA document SB-10089954 (GM bulletin 14710)
• GM N192266180 / -01 (Dec 2019 / Sep 2022)
  Special coverage: wiper transmission link ball socket separates; replace kit or module
  2010-2012 and 2014-2017. 10 yr/150,000 mi from in-service; may still apply to some late 2016-2017s, check VIN
  Source: NHTSA documents MC-10171252 and MC-10219642 (GM bulletin N192266180)
• GM N192266181 / -01 (Jul 2022 / Mar 2023)
  Special coverage (USA): front wiper module ball joints corrode and wear; replace module
  2010-2012 and 2016-2017. 15 yr/200,000 mi from in-service; still active for many 2016-2017 (and some late 2012) vehicles, check VIN
  Source: NHTSA documents MC-10215686 and MC-10232660 (GM bulletin N192266181)
• GM PI0780A (Jun 2015)
  6T45 broken 3-5-reverse waved plate: slip/no reverse, slip/no 3rd, DTC P0776 (transmissions built on or before Jan 15, 2011)
  Repair information, not a coverage program
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10113718 (GM PI0780A) · applies to 2.4L LAF / 6T45
• GM 16-NA-013 (Jan 2016)
  2016 V6 6T70 no reverse/no 3rd, DTCs P0716/P0717/P0776; input speed sensor reluctor retainer ring out of groove
  Repair information
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10112280 (GM bulletin 16-NA-013) · applies to 3.6L LFX V6 / 6T70
• GM 18-NA-358 (Dec 2021)
  2014-2017 6T70 launch shudder or 2-3/3-2 shift concern from scored valve bodies; replace upper and lower valve bodies
  Repair information
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10212553 (GM bulletin 18-NA-358) · applies to 3.6L LFX V6 / 6T70
• GM 12-06-01-009F (Mar 2015)
  High Feature V6 timing chain kits for stretched chains (DTCs P0008, P0009, P0016-P0019)
  Repair information; lists 2008-2012 Equinox LF1/LFW
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10113723 (GM bulletin 12-06-01-009F) · applies to 3.0L LF1/LFW V6 / 6T70
• GM PIP3423P (Aug 2018)
  DTCs P0016-P0019, P0008, P0009: inspect for loose timing chains or tensioners, then the crank reluctor
  Diagnostic information
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10144453 (GM PIP3423P) · applies to 3.0L LF1/LFW V6 / 6T70 | 3.6L LFX V6 / 6T70
• GM 20-NA-029 (Feb 2020)
  3.6L LFX ticking/tapping/rattle noise; check fuel injectors first
  Repair information for 2013-2017
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10172786 (GM bulletin 20-NA-029) · applies to 3.6L LFX V6 / 6T70
• GM 14-06-01-002A (Dec 2014)
  2012-2013 3.0L LFW / 3.6L LFX rear main seal leak from #3 thrust bearing wing separation
  Repair information
  Source: NHTSA document MC-10245814 (GM bulletin 14-06-01-002A) · applies to 3.0L LF1/LFW V6 / 6T70 | 3.6L LFX V6 / 6T70

Warranty and program notes

Extended coverage and special programs documented for this generation. Eligibility depends on the VIN, so verify it with the manufacturer. Do not assume a program does or does not apply.

• Wiper special coverage N192266181: 2010-2012 and 2016-2017 (USA), 15 yr/200,000 mi from in-service, so still in force for many 2016-2017 vehicles as of Oct 2026; GM also offers reimbursement for past wiper repairs within those limits verified source
  Source: GM bulletin N192266181-01 (Mar 2023), NHTSA document MC-10232660
• Wiper special coverage N192266180: 2010-2012 and 2014-2017, 10 yr/150,000 mi; may still apply to some late 2016-2017 vehicles verified source
  Source: GM bulletin N192266180-01 (Sep 2022), NHTSA document MC-10219642
• Verify eligibility by VIN with the manufacturer. verified source
  Source: GM special coverage bulletins as listed in tsbs (terms read from the bulletins)
• Emission recalls 11195, 14535, 43180 and N192268180 and safety recalls do not expire; have a dealer run the VIN for open campaigns verified source
  Source: GM emission recall bulletins (NHTSA documents CSC-10040502, MC-10090086, MC-10119010, MC-10183214); NHTSA recalls API

NHTSA complaint records

NHTSA records show 4905 consumer complaints on file for model years 2010–2017 (pulled 2026-10-20). These are tallies of complaints that name a component, matched on NHTSA's component field. They are not failure rates, and a complaint is a consumer report, not a finding that a part failed. A complaint naming several components counts once toward each.

• ENGINE2252
• VISIBILITY/WIPER1008
• POWER TRAIN653
• ELECTRICAL SYSTEM428
• UNKNOWN OR OTHER390
• FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM295
• AIR BAGS251
• ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)189
• STEERING182
• VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL159

Sources and when this was researched

Last researched: 2026-10-20. VehicleIQ research for this generation; each item above names its own source and whether it is a verified source or commonly reported. Details change, so treat this as a starting point for your inspection.