Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2017 Chevrolet Equinox
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox shows significant concern regarding the engine, with 180 complaints and no recall campaigns. As there are no recalls issued, the data primarily relies on owner complaints. Potential buyers should focus inspection efforts on engine performance to ensure reliability.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2017 Chevrolet Equinox has no NHTSA recall campaigns and 276 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 2 NHTSA-tested trims.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 180 complaints
- Unknown or Other 37 complaints
- Power Train 32 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 21 complaints
- Air Bags 19 complaints
- Electrical System 19 complaints
Of the 276 complaints on file, 18 report a crash and 4 a fire; across all 276 complaints, owners report 16 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Engine stalling issues
How to check: Inspect for rough idling or unexpected stalling during test drive.
Electrical malfunctions
How to check: Check all electronic functions, such as windows and locks.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Listen for any unusual noises upon starting.
Red flag: Knocking or ticking sounds
- 02
First minute idling
What to check: Observe for smooth idling without fluctuations.
Red flag: Rough or uneven idling
- 03
First acceleration
What to check: Check for smooth acceleration without hesitation.
Red flag: Stuttering or hesitation on acceleration
- 04
Highway acceleration
What to check: Ensure engine accelerates smoothly at higher speeds.
Red flag: Lack of power or slow response
- 05
Cruising speed
What to check: Maintain a constant speed without surging.
Red flag: Engine surges at steady speed
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the engine ever been repaired?
- Have there been any electrical issues?
- Has the vehicle ever stalled unexpectedly?
- Are there service records for maintenance?
- Have any codes been triggered recently?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Vehicle history report
- Service and maintenance records
- Title and registration
- Previous repair invoices
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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