2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Pump Control Module Recall (23V013)
General Motors, LLC · 23,323 vehicles · Reported January 19, 2023
General Motors, LLC is recalling 23,323 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox; 2022 GMC Terrain NA vehicles. The fuel pump module may not consistently provide sufficient fuel to the engine, resulting in an engine stall. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 23V013 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 23V013000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | N222372310 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | January 19, 2023 |
| Manufacturer | General Motors, LLC |
| Vehicles | 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox; 2022 GMC Terrain NA |
| Units affected | 23,323 |
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline > Delivery > Fuel Pump > Control / Drive Module |
| Safety risk | An engine stall increases the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox in recall 23V013?
The fuel pump module may not consistently provide sufficient fuel to the engine, resulting in an engine stall.
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The fuel pump module may not consistently provide sufficient fuel to the engine, resulting in an engine stall.
Is it safe to drive a 2021-2022 Equinox with recall 23V013?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
NHTSA has not issued a do-not-drive or park-outside warning for this recall. Still, get the repair done as soon as it is available, and stop driving if you notice symptoms related to the control and drive module.
Which vehicles are included in recall 23V013?
Recall 23V013 covers 23,323 vehicles: 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox; 2022 GMC Terrain NA.
NHTSA lists 23,323 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021-2022 | Chevrolet | Equinox |
| 2022 | GMC | Terrain NA |
What is the fix for the Equinox fuel pump control module recall?
Yes. Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge.
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2023. 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 N222372310.
When was recall 23V013 announced?
General Motors, LLC reported recall 23V013 to NHTSA on January 19, 2023. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as June 5, 2023.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| January 19, 2023 | General Motors, LLC filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 23V013000. |
| June 5, 2023 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 45 months ago. If your Equinox was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Equinox is part of recall 23V013?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 23V013 is open on your Equinox, it will be listed there.
Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup. It shows any open safety recall on your vehicle, including 23V013000. Your VIN is on the registration card, the insurance card, and the driver side of the dashboard where it meets the windshield. Recent recalls can take a few days to appear in the lookup.
What should Equinox owners do about recall 23V013?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 23V013000 applies to your Equinox.
- Call a Chevrolet dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Write down when symptoms involving the control and drive module happen: date, mileage, speed, weather and what you felt or heard. Photos and short videos help.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the problem comes back after the repair, return to the dealer and contact a lemon law attorney.
What are Equinox owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 300 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 139 of them about the fuel system.
Since recall 23V013 was reported on January 19, 2023, owners have filed 134 complaints with NHTSA about the fuel system on these vehicles. 17 of them (13%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt.
How we counted: we matched NHTSA owner complaints for the model years in this recall that list the fuel system and were received on or after January 19, 2023, then flagged narratives that describe a repeat failure or a problem returning after a dealer repair, recall service or software update. Data from NHTSA, accessed October 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports and may involve a related fuel system issue rather than this exact defect; automated text matching can miss or misread some reports.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 300 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 139 of them involve the fuel system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2022 Chevrolet Equinox: 177 complaints in total, 108 about the fuel system
- 2021 Chevrolet Equinox: 95 complaints in total, 21 about the fuel system
- 2022 GMC Terrain NA: 28 complaints in total, 10 about the fuel system
Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that she was able to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to remain started.
2022 GMC Terrain NA owner, WV, NHTSA complaint 11508386, filed February 21, 2023
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed the vehicle decelerated to 10 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V013000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.
2022 GMC Terrain NA owner, PA, NHTSA complaint 11515129, filed April 3, 2023
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V013000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.
2022 GMC Terrain NA owner, VA, NHTSA complaint 11515446, filed April 4, 2023
Can recall 23V013 make my Equinox a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
A recall by itself does not make a car a lemon. Under California's Song-Beverly Consumer Warranty Act, what matters is whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs the vehicle's use, value or safety, and whether the manufacturer or its dealers fixed it within a reasonable number of attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
Fuel pump and fuel line defects can cause the 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox to stall without warning. If it happens again after the recall repair, document it and return to the dealer.
A remedy is available. Many vehicles are fixed on the first try. If the problem returns after the recall repair, or the 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox has needed other repairs for the same defect, those visits count toward a lemon law claim.
For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Equinox went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 23V013
Did the recall 23V013 fix work?
Since recall 23V013 was reported on January 19, 2023, owners have filed 134 complaints with NHTSA about the fuel system on these vehicles. 17 of them (13%) describe the same problem happening more than once or coming back after a repair attempt. If your vehicle still has the problem after the recall repair, go back to the dealer, get a repair order, and talk to a lemon law attorney.
When will owners be notified?
According to NHTSA, owner notification letters were or are scheduled to be mailed June 5, 2023.
Is the 23V013000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Equinox is part of recall 23V013000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 23V013000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Chevrolet, GMC. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.