2016 Chevrolet Equinox: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox: 1 recall, 398 owner complaints and up to 26 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment, Tires Vehicle recall #16V449000 · 2016 · 17 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: If the information on the certification labels is incorrect, the operator May install incorrectly sized tires or rims or May improperly inflate the tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Gm will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 22 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine (203): the most common themes are warning light on (82), stalls / loses power (64), excess oil use (50).
- Visibility/Wiper (114): the most common themes are electrical failure (7), warning light on (6), noise or vibration (5).
- Other / unknown (32): the most common themes are leaks (8), stalls / loses power (5), warning light on (5).
- Transmission & drivetrain (26): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (8), noise or vibration (5), warning light on (4).
The 2016 Chevrolet Equinox has 398 owner complaints, ranking #11 of 22 Equinox model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 417). Complaints peaked in 2023 (74 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 6 years old, at a median of 65,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2015 (680 complaints, 2 recalls), 2017 (276 complaints, 0 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 26 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 31 | 26 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 17 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.6 L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 16 | 23 | 18 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2016 Chevrolet Equinox problems?
Owners have filed 398 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine (203), visibility/wiper (114), other / unknown (32).
What gas mileage does the 2016 Chevrolet Equinox get?
EPA ratings run up to 26 mpg combined (2.4 L, Automatic 6-spd), across 6 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2016 Chevrolet Equinox repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.