2017 Chevrolet Equinox: Fuel/Propulsion System complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 21 owner complaints for the 2017 Chevrolet Equinox that list the fuel/propulsion system component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11768687 (filed 10/03/2026): “I have replaced the fuel pump on this vehicle three times. the last time was done the first week of august. it’s the first week of october and it’s going out again.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11732611 (filed 04/21/2026): “2017 chevrolet equinox premier certified pre-owned vehicle experienced multiple safety-related defects. 1. repeated starting failures (electrical/battery/starter system): - march 17, 2026: complete battery failure, vehicle would not start. aaa/gm roadside assistance called. dealer inspected but cou…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11710650 (filed 01/13/2026): “1.since i bought the car it has needed oil on a weekly basis. i took it in for repair it had something to do with the oil consumption device $2270.00 to fix. 2. timing chain went out had to fix that too $$$$ 3. while driving along the car at rush hour the car suddenly died without any warning. had t…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Varies
Depends on the specific failure; get a diagnosis first. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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