NHTSA model-year recall report

2013 Chevrolet Equinox Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Aug 4, 2016

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Chevrolet Equinox average of 2.8 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Visibility › Windshield Wiper / Washer › Motor, appearing in 1 campaign.

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All 2013 Chevrolet Equinox recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 16V582000

Visibility › Windshield Wiper / Washer › Motor

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Reported Aug 4, 2016

What is recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode and wear over time, possibly resulting in one or both of the windshield wipers becoming inoperative.

Safety consequence

Inoperative windshield wipers may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

GM will notify owners, dealers will repair the AIP-hole, inspect and, if necessary, replace the front wiper module, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 25302.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 16V502000

Electrical System › Ignition

Manufacturer: General Motors LLC

Reported Jul 5, 2016

What is recalled

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. Also, certain 2013 Buick Encore, 2011 Buick Regal, 2013-2014 Buick Verano, 2011-2016 Chevrolet Cruze, 2010-2013 Chevrolet Equinox 2013-2015 Chevrolet Malibu, and 2011-2013 GMC Terrain vehicles may have been serviced with similar defective replacement electronic park lock levers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."

Safety consequence

If the key is removed without the transmission in PARK, the vehicle may rollaway as occupants are exiting, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary replace the key cylinder lock housing, free of charge. The recall began on October 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Buick 1-800-521-7300, and GMC 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 50490 and 50491.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

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2013 Chevrolet Equinox recall questions

How many recalls does the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2013 Chevrolet Equinox?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology