2022 Chevrolet Equinox engine problems
25 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the engine on the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox — 16% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Codes p2227 and code p0299 are coming up machine says this is a known issue with 2021 to 2023 Chevy equinox and there is a lot of water in intake and engine is in limp mode 1.5L engine, are known to experience issues with moisture accumulation in the intake system, specifically within the charge…”
filed Jan 30, 2026
“The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Equinox. While driving at approximately 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated with the message “Reduce Engine Power – Drive with Care” displayed, and the vehicle was unable to accelerate as needed. The vehicle was driven to a local dealer, where the…”
filed Jan 27, 2026
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Engine problems in other Equinox years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Equinox | 7 | 12% |
| 2025 Equinox | 21 | 10% |
| 2024 Equinox | 14 | 20% |
| 2023 Equinox | 14 | 16% |
| 2021 Equinox | 15 | 17% |
| 2020 Equinox | 84 | 28% |
| 2019 Equinox | 98 | 33% |
| 2018 Equinox | 84 | 21% |
| 2017 Equinox | 178 | 66% |
| 2016 Equinox | 200 | 51% |
| 2015 Equinox | 227 | 33% |
| 2014 Equinox | 216 | 40% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2022 Chevrolet Equinox
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.