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2015 Chevrolet Equinox Fuel System Problems

10 owner-reported fuel system complaints from NHTSA data

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Jan 2018Dec 2025
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Owner Complaints (10)

criticalFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Apr 2025

The vehicle stopped running. We brought it to the mechanic. The mechanic confirmed that it is a high-pressure fuel pump malfunction and a known issue with these vehicles.

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NHTSA #: 11652039
highFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Filed: Dec 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. While the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle jerked and idled roughly and nearly stalled.

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NHTSA #: 11706104
highFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2020

Vehicle stalls and shuts off when trying to accelerate from a stop.

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NHTSA #: 11364244
highFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2020

My 2015 chevy equinox began stalling and idling low to the point that slowing down or stopping would cause a stalling issue; going in reverse would cause a stalling issue; putting it in park would cause a stalling issue. Sometimes the check engine light would come on, but most times it did not.

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NHTSA #: 11307998
highFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jul 2019

When driving I could feel it jump as it was not getting gas.. Now it stalls when I put on the gas... Creating a safety hazard as I do travel highway to get to work..

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NHTSA #: 11234042
mediumFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Filed: Jul 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that there was an abnormal vibration sound coming from the vehicle while accelerating and decelerating with the stability control warning light intermittently illuminated on the instrument panel.

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NHTSA #: 11675029
mediumFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE
Filed: Jun 2025

The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle decelerated unintendedly and jerked violently. The contact stated that the failure recurred consistently while driving.

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NHTSA #: 11669803
mediumFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE
Filed: Apr 2022

The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that after turning off the vehicle, the vehicle experienced a run-on. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had recurred several times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump was cracked, causing fuel to leak onto the engine compartment. The dealer informed the contact that the fuel pump needed to be replaced; however, the part for the repair was not available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 120,000.

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NHTSA #: 11461781
lowFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Nov 2022

Fuel shut off does not work properly, extra fuel will spill out before the station's gas nozzle shuts off. Happens at every gas station, every time. Spilling fuel is a significant safety issue and environmental concern.

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NHTSA #: 11492878
lowFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jan 2018

No warning, engine rear seal failure.

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NHTSA #: 11065813

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