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2020 Chevrolet Equinox

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2020 Equinox.

The 2020 Chevrolet Equinox is a compact crossover that requires 4.2 quarts of 0W‑20 engine oil, a specification that underscores its emphasis on low‑friction operation. In its most recent year, owners lodged 294 complaints, with the most frequent issue centered on service brakes, and the vehicle was subject to four recalls. When viewed across the model’s entire history from 2005 to 2026, the Equinox’s complaint count peaked at 784 in 2010 and dropped to a low of 55 in 2026, indicating a steady improvement in reliability for the 2020 model year.

Model year2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.2 qtOEM · verified

Engine oil type0W-20OEM · verified

Lug nut torque103.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 48 AGM VRLA battery is required. · 730 CCA battery, OE oil filter 25206377. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 48 AGM VRLA battery is required. · 730 CCAOEM · verified

Tire size225/65R17 102HOEM · verified

Wheel / rim7 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter	25206377
Engine air filter	84390002
Spark plug	12683541 alt 12681659
Battery	88864541
Front wiper blades	84574892 alt 84574893
Serpentine belt	12654472 alt 12664598
Thermostat	12649163 alt 12630780
Cabin air filter	13508023

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length	183.1 in
Overall width	72.4 in
Overall height	65.4 in
Wheelbase	107.5 in
Curb weight	3466 lb
Track (front / rear)	62.2 / 62.2 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)	57/43

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Equinox of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.6–9.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.60 sec — 2018 LT 2.0T

Year	Trim / engine	0–60	¼ mile	HP	Drivetrain
2019	LT 1.5T 1.5L Turbo I-4	8.70 sec	16.70 sec	170 hp	AWD
2018	LT 2.0T 2.0L Turbo I-4	6.60 sec	15.10 sec	252 hp	AWD
2018	LT 2.0T 2.0L Turbo I-4	6.60 sec	15.20 sec	252 hp	AWD
2018	Premier 1.5L Turbo I-4	8.70 sec	16.70 sec	170 hp	AWD
2018	Premier 1.5L Turbo I-4	8.90 sec	16.90 sec	170 hp	AWD
2018	LT TD 1.6L Turbo Diesel I-4	9.00 sec	16.90 sec	137 hp	AWD
2018	Premier 1.5L Turbo I-4	9.20 sec	16.90 sec	170 hp	FWD
2018	LT TD 1.6L Turbo Diesel I-4	9.40 sec	17.20 sec	137 hp	AWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.2 qt of 0W-20 engine oil, Dot 3 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 103 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission Fluid	DEXRON®-VI GM P/N 89020661
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	6T40, 6T45
Automatic Transmission Fluid	DEXRON®-VI GM P/N 89020661
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	6T40, 6T45
Automatic Transmission Fluid	ATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity	5.3 - 6.3 QTS
Brake Fluid	DOT 3
Brake Fluid	Dot 3

Engine torques

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Bolt(s)	7.4 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs	8.8 ft-lbs
Camshaft Bearing/Carrier Cap Bolts or Studs	7.4 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Differential Fill Plug	26.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug	26.0 ft-lbs
Differential Fill Plug	26.0 ft-lbs
Differential drain Plug	26.0 ft-lbs
Driveshaft Flange to Transmission	Slip Drive ft-lbs
Lug Nuts	103.0 ft-lbs
Lug Nuts	103 ft-lbs
Transfer Case Fill Plug	30.0 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order	1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order	1-3-4-2
Spark Plug Manufacturer	AC Delco
Spark Plug Gap	0.024-0.028 in
Spark Plug Torque	13.0 ft-lbs
Spark Plug Manufacturer	AC Delco
Spark Plug Gap	0.037-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque	13.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

Refrigerant	R1234yf
Oil Group	PAG
Oil Capacity	1.50-3.50 oz
Standard BCI Group Number	48 AGM VRLA battery is required.
Standard BCI Cranking Performance	730 cca

Service checks

Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)	50-94
Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)	50-100
Engine Compression	100
Engine Oil Pressure	29-36 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM	100C @ 1,500 rpm
Engine Oil Pressure	20-29 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM	@700 RPM 100°C rpm
Engine Oil Pressure	20-29 psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque	Front: 30; Rear: 30
ABS Sensor Torque	Front: 4.4; Rear: 4.4
Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier Torque	30.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor Torque	Front: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Minimum Pad Thickness	Front: 0.078; Rear: 0.078 in
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for Replacement	Front: J17: 0.984, J60: 0.905, Rear: 0.393
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness after Refinish	Front: J17: 0.992, J60: 0.913, Rear: 0.402
Vented Rotor Maximum Scoring Depth	Front: 0.059; Rear: 0.059

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Steering Track (Rod End) Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

80°-90°

Front Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages

74.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 20°-40°

74 ft. lbs

Rear Wheel Hub — tightening sequence 1 stages

74.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 15°-30°

74 ft. lbs

Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages

15.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 90°

15 ft. lbs

Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages

22.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 100°

22 ft. lbs

Camshaft Sprocket and/or Gear Bolt(s) — tightening sequence 1 stages

30.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 50°

30 ft. lbs

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

18.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 75°

18 ft. lbs

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

18.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 110°

18 ft. lbs

Connecting Rod (Large End) Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

18.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 100°

18 ft. lbs

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Center Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

74.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 180°

74 ft. lbs

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

140°

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages

22.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 240°

22 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages

22.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 190°

22 ft. lbs

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 2 stages

1	22.0 ft. lbs.	22 ft. lbs
2	190°

Flex or Driveplate Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

15.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 22.0 ft. lbs. Step 3: 70°

15 ft. lbs

Flex or Driveplate Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

15 ft. lbs. Step 2: 22.0 ft. lbs. Step 3: 40°

15 ft. lbs

Flex or Driveplate Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

15.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 22.0 ft. lbs., Step 3: 40°

15 ft. lbs

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

15.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 22.0 ft. lbs. Step 3: 70°

15 ft. lbs

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

15 ft. lbs. Step 2: 22.0 ft. lbs. Step 3: 40°

15 ft. lbs

Engine Flywheel Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages

39.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 25°

39 ft. lbs

Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 2 stages

1	8.8 ft. lbs.	8.8 ft. lbs
2	8.8

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

15.0 ft. lbs. Step 2: 140°

15 ft. lbs

Main Bearings — tightening sequence 1 stages

15.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: 77°

15 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 60,000 mi.

Every 7,500 mi	Accelerator Pedal (inspect) · Body Latches, Locks & Hinges (lubricate) · Brake Shift Interlock Solenoid (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 15,000 mi	Windshield Wiper Blade (replace)
Every 22,500 mi	Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 45,000 mi	Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System (inspect)
Every 60,000 mi	Spark Plug Wires (inspect) · Spark Plugs (replace)
Every 75,000 mi	Hood Hinge (inspect)
At 150,000 mi	Accessory Drive Belt (inspect)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2020 model year registers 294 complaints and 4 recalls, figures nearly identical to 2019’s 292 complaints and 4 recalls, but significantly higher than 2021’s sharp decline to 87 complaints. Within the generational arc, 2020 represents a late-cycle stabilization point following the high-volume complaint years of 2010–2013 and elevated 2018 activity, with technical service bulletins trending downward from 1,078 in 2017 to 851 in 2020. The 2020 model’s top complaint categories are Service Brakes (44 instances), Fuel/Propulsion System (26), and Engine (24), accompanied by 20 crash-related and 7 fire-related complaints, though the federal data does not specify underlying causes for these incidents. Given that 2020 maintains complaint volumes roughly triple those of 2021 while carrying an identical recall count to adjacent years, it sits at a transitional point just before reported issues dropped precipitously; consequently, buyers should verify specific units have addressed the four outstanding recalls and weigh the moderate federal record against potential cost savings compared to 2021+ examples.

Open recalls

NHTSA campaigns

851

Service bulletins

Manufacturer communications

ODI investigations

Office of Defects Investigation

294

Owner complaints

20 involved a crash · 7 a fire

NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars

Overall★★★★★

Frontal★★★★★

Side★★★★★

Rollover★★★★★

Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

’05 ’06 ’07 ’08 ’09 ’10 ’11 ’12 ’13 ’14 ’15 ’16 ’17 ’18 ’19’20’21 ’22 ’23 ’24 ’25 ’26

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 294 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Service Brakes44

Fuel/Propulsion System26

Engine24

Service Brakes,Engine13

Unknown Or Other13

Power Train11

Electrical System9

Electrical System,Unknown Or Other6

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

20V668000Power Train:Automatic TransmissionReported 29/10/2020

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave… Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15…

19V667000Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank AssemblyReported 19/09/2019

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… Remedy: 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…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 851 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

Bulletin	Date	Component	Summary
PIT3271Q	2026-04-01	Unknown Or Other	This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel…
PIT5992B	2026-03-27	Unknown Or Other	This preliminary information discusses a condition that may arise from the drivers window…
PIP6104	2026-03-09	Unknown Or Other	This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and…
PIP4902V	2026-03-09	Unknown Or Other	This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into…
PIT6425D	2026-03-02	Unknown Or Other	This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420

Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1

P0300

Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected

P0171

System too lean — Bank 1

P0455

Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak

P0128

Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature

P0442

Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

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VIN

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Build data

Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.

Recalls

Check open recall campaigns against a specific vehicle by VIN.

Vehicles with shared specs

Find every vehicle that shares this one's battery, bulbs, oil capacity, platform or parts.

Group 48 battery Vehicles taking 4.2 qt Engine oil filter 25206377 Engine air filter 84390002 Spark plug 12683541 Battery 88864541

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Vehicle recalls & TSBs OBD-II trouble codes Torque specifications Maintenance schedules Fluid capacities & specs

Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2020 Equinox take?

4.2 qt of 0W-20 meeting GM specification Dexos 1 or equivalent., per the factory manual.

Does the 2020 Equinox have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

2020 Chevrolet Equinox

Quick specs

Fitment & sizes

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Full specifications

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Performance & power Independent road tests

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Lubricants & capacities

Engine torques

Chassis torques

Ignition

Battery & A/C

Service checks

Brakes

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Common OBD-II trouble codes

VIN tools

Vehicles with shared specs

Reference guides

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