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2020 Chevrolet Equinox Fuel System Problems

29 owner-reported fuel system complaints from NHTSA data

29
Complaints
1
Recalls
Jan 2025Dec 2024
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Data sourced from NHTSA public database. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified mechanic.

Fuel System Recalls (1)

RECALLCampaign #19V667000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Chevrolet Equinox all-wheel drive vehicles. The fuel tanks may have been manufactured with an improperly sealed seam, possibly allowing fuel to leak along the seam near the fuel inlet.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began October 24, 2019. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-586-596-1733. GM's number for this recall is N192271870.

Owner Complaints (29)

highFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Apr 2026

Your car won't start and displays a check engine light. A diagnostic scan revealed error code U18A2, indicating lost communication with the fuel pump control module. This is typically caused by damaged wiring, corrosion in the electrical harness, or a faulty ground connection along the frame. The repair will likely involve inspecting and repairing the wiring and connections to the fuel pump control module.

NHTSA #: 11728430
highFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2026

Your car's gas tank started leaking fuel without any warning signs or accident damage. You noticed a strong smell of raw fuel one morning, and the dealer confirmed the leak during inspection. Although the same model and year is subject to a recall for gas tank issues, your vehicle's VIN wasn't included in that recall. The repair will likely involve inspecting the tank for defects and either sealing the leak or replacing the tank entirely.

NHTSA #: 11721200
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2025

I bought this car 1 1/2 yr ago.. Thursday I was driving down the road no warning lights no sounds, it stalled.. I got it home by a friend towing it, and when I went to try to start it, I then had the check engine light come on, and it threw 3 codes.. P0017, P0089, P228D. I was told that the ecm was replaced but after researching this there has been multiple sites stating others are having same issue.. and some stating that their problem was fixed but it broke down again every time. I just want my car fixed. And the company should have to pay for it...

NHTSA #: 11693101
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Sep 2025

In the middle of rush hour traffic and my car just stopped and wouldn't start. After having it towed to the closest auto repair shop I was advised that the Fuel Pump Module was bad and needed to be replaced. Cheverolet was aware of this defect which is why they recalled it in 2021.

NHTSA #: 11690172
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Sep 2025

Fuel pump driver control module went out in my car while trying to drive forward in my drive way. My car will not start again.

NHTSA #: 11684998
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Aug 2025

Check engine light came on got code P1005 and code P1029. Shop had to change out fuel level sensor code came back so they had to change out fuel pump. Car has 55,000 miles on it.

NHTSA #: 11678334
mediumFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Filed: May 2025

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while his son was driving 60 MPH, the vehicle jerked and failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal and stalled. No warning light was illuminated. The contact's son was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact's son called Roadside Assistance, who added gasoline to the vehicle, because the contact's son believed that was the cause of the failure. However, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with fuel pump failure. The fuel pump and battery were replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000.

NHTSA #: 11660352
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Mar 2025

I have driven this car for approximately 40,000 miles without issue, and regularly have the oil changed. Based on what my mechanic told me, the fuel pump either failed or detached while I was driving on the turnpike. This resulted in a loss of oil. I was simply accelerating to pass another vehicle when several warning light illuminated. The engine made grinding noises and there was an oil-like smell. The dashboard gave me a warning to “seek engine service immediately” and that “acceleration would be limited.” This was a potentially dangerous situation but luckily it was mid day and not in busy traffic. So I was able to safely pull over to the side of the road. I understand that Equinox models from other years were recalled — why don’t you recall the 2020 models?!

NHTSA #: 11649590
mediumFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Filed: Mar 2025

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power, with the check engine and parking brake assist maintenance lights illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to an independent mechanic at AAA. The vehicle was then diagnosed with fuel system assembly failure. The vehicle was repaired. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired because the vehicle was not under recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.

NHTSA #: 11646307
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2025

2020 Equinox with14,860 miles stalled in busy intersection due to failed fuel pump module. This part was recalled for the 2021 and 2022 models and was on back order. My vehicle remained at the service center for two weeks and I was without any other means of transportation. If this had happened on the highway it might have resulted in a serious crash with the possibility of a fatality. There were no warning lights or messages prior to this happening.

NHTSA #: 11644259
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jan 2025

fuel pump failed at 48246 miles the car shut off in the middle of a busy road in my city fortunately we were able to coast to a parking lot across the street and had the vehicle towed to Kerry Chevrolet Kerry Chevrolet inspected , confirmed and repaired the vehicle at a cost of $766.75 to me. They would not warranty this and I had to rent a car while mine was in the shop. If it had been warranties by chevrolet I wouldn't have had to rent the vehicle at a cost of $160.43. light on dash came on and car wouldl cut in and out I was on my way to Kerry Chevrolet for service on this issue when it completely stopped.

NHTSA #: 11635894
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Dec 2024

The computer module for the fuel pump failed. This caused the car to not start some days. As well as turn off in the middle of intersections after coming to a stop while in traffic. The car is currently at the dealership for 2 months now with the part on back order. Many other Chevy equinox are recalling this same part but not my vehicle. This is concerning as it seems to needed to be added to the list of recalls.

NHTSA #: 11632848
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Dec 2024

Car would sputter and turn over eventually but then die out. Was unable to drive at all. Luckily I was not driving with my baby in the car when it went out like I see so many others. Took it to the shop and it is a fuel pump issue. I see that other years have been recalled for this so unsure why the 2020 has not.

NHTSA #: 11631002
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2024

Vehicle lost power because of a faulty fuel pump control module. On highway could have caused collision. GM knows of problems but not recalling them. Problem has occurred several times. Check engine light came on.

NHTSA #: 11618477
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Oct 2024

The Fuel module and fuel pump stalled my car out on a highway causing me to have to quickly roll off the road to not get hit by cars behind me going 60 mph. This car is just at 80000 and the fuel module and pump should not have gone out yet. This seems to be such a problem no one can find the part because it is on back order everywhere, I have been without a vehicle since Sept 19th...and am fixing to go through my second hurricane here in florida with no transportation. I'm trilled with this issue.

NHTSA #: 11618552
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Aug 2024

I was driving home when I exited the freeway my car turned off on me. I tried to turn it back on since I was in the middle of a busy street it started for under a minute which it gave me enough time to merge jusr a little to the right. After that the car wouldn't start at all. This problem could've been a lot worse if it would've happened while I was on the freeway. My vehicle turned off without any warnings any vehicle would've slammed in to me at high speed if it would've shut down a minute prior to me exiting. I didn't get any warnings/ lights nothing it just turned off on me in the middle of the road. I had to get it towed to Autonation where they detected the Fuel Module was the problem. This item has been out of stock for sometime now. My car is still at a dealership and may be inspected if needed.

NHTSA #: 11611580
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Aug 2024

Fuel pump modular went out and the car stalled out. The same issue is happening to the 2021 and 2022 models that have the recall not sure why the 2020s don’t have the sane

NHTSA #: 11608104
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jun 2024

While driving down the road, my car completely stopped in the middle of traffic. It would not move, and I was stuck in the middle of the road. This is a safely issue because it could have caused a multiple vehicle pileup as my car came to a sudden halt and I was unable to move in the middle of traffic. The vehicle was towed to a Chevrolet dealership. It was determined by Chevrolet that the fuel pump module was not sending the proper signal to the fuel pump. The fuel pump module was replaced. There was no warning lamps, messages, or symptoms prior to the incident.

NHTSA #: 11594875
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: May 2024

The same part that is causing a recall for 2021-22 models just went out on my 2020. Why aren't the 2020's recalled? This is causing it to be hard to get the part. It's the fuel pump control module. 2020's need to be included in this recall. My car is only 4 years old, and is just past the warranty (47k miles). I should not be having such trouble with it.

NHTSA #: 11588065
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Feb 2024

Fuel pump, failure just under 25,000 miles. Car stopped running, when not expected. 01/31/2024

NHTSA #: 11569195
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Nov 2023

On 10/19/2023, I came out of a store and saw a large puddle forming under my 2020 Chevy Equinox and fluid spilling out. I immediately drove it to the car repair business I have used for 10 years, which was less than one mile away. The bottom line was a cracked gas tank. They confirmed the warranty had expired in February of 2023, so with no reason to think otherwise, I had them order and replace the gas tank. I filed a report with GMC, only to be told that since I didn't have an authorized GMC dealership make the repairs, there was nothing they could do, to reimburse me. I felt that this as an emergency situation, not only for myself but others around me. I'm not sure how I was supposed to know to take it elsewhere. The bottom line is this...how can a vehicle that is only just over 3 years old, need a new gas tank? This is not typical and should be investigated.

NHTSA #: 11556413
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Nov 2023

There was not an accident. I was leaving work on 9/16/23 and tried to start the car and it wouldn’t turn over. I got assistance from a friend that had jumper cables because I thought it might be the battery, but it wasn’t. I had to have the vehicle towed to the dealership to find that these fuel module was defective. I see in the Google information that this sane issue was placed on the recall list for 2021-23 Chevrolet Equinox’s, but not on my 2020 model. The cost of this repair was very costly, and frustrating because I have only had the vehicle for one year to the day of this issue. I’m hoping that this problem can be recalled so that I can possibly be reimbursed for the nearly $1,000 I paid to have it repaired.

NHTSA #: 11554120
mediumFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ENGINE
Filed: Sep 2023

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. While driving, the vehicle was sputtering. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump driver module was defective. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V667000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 29,165.

NHTSA #: 11545222
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Aug 2023

Fuel pump and module failed. Car started but left me stranded less than a mile from my house. It had to be towed to a repair shop.

NHTSA #: 11541065
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Aug 2023

The suv is slow or delayed in acceleration. Pushing your foot on the gas pedal the suv will have a delay on acceleration. It is dangerous while trying to merge into traffic. Chevrolet knows its a known issue. It is a safety concern.

NHTSA #: 11537277
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Apr 2023

Vehicle failed to start while parked at a retail store. Vehicle was towed to a Chevrolet Dealer. Diagnosis revealed a fault fuel pump control module. Dealer declared the part not under warranty. Owner paid $566 for repair. GM Bulletin PIP5719A shows Identical failures being reported on a variety of models with a variety of engines. The problem appears to have been corrected with the 2021 model year. Owner feels the faulty fuel pump control module should be under warranty longer than 24,000 miles. Owner seeks reimbursement from the manufacturer.

NHTSA #: 11516438
mediumFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,SERVICE BRAKES
Filed: Jun 2022

The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that as she slows to a stop and depresses the brake pedal the vehicle jerks and goes backward before coming to a full stop. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had not been taken to a local dealer or mechanic and was not diagnosed or repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that there was a constant smell of gasoline vapor in the cabin which makes the contact dizzy. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

NHTSA #: 11470876
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Jun 2022

The vehicle studders, stops, stalls, and or dies upon starting the car. It is due to lack of fuel to fuel rail. The trouble it produces is P129F nothing else. Even trying to prime the vehicles fuel pump following manufacturers steps for doing so does not work. The only way I have been able to get it to have fuel to the rails (reliably) is to push it and jump in and try to start it.

NHTSA #: 11469138
mediumFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Filed: Dec 2020

WHEN WE BOUGHT THE 2020 EQUINOX ON JANUARY 20, 2020 THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THEY KEPT IT 2 DAYS DIAGNOSING IT AND IT SAID A FUEL SYSTEM PROBLEM AND THEY TOLD US THAT THEY CONTACTED GM ENGINEERS WHO WERE LOOKING INTO IT AND TO GO AHEAD AND DRIVE IT WITH THE LIGHT ON TILL THEY GOT BACK WITH US. IT HAS CONTINUED TO STAY ON I HAD THE CODE READ AGAIN AND IT IS A P2365 FUEL PUMP A LOW FLOW/PERFORMANCE CODE. I DO NOT LIKE DRIVING IT WITH THE LIGHT ON, THE DEALERSHIP TELLING ME TO, NOT HEARING ANYTHING BACK FROM THEM, THE REMOTE START WILL NOT WORK WITH THE LIGHT ON WHICH IS A MAIN REASON WE BOUGHT IT.

NHTSA #: 11385241

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