# Chevrolet Equinox aBS warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 15 - **Most complaints:** 2015 (3) - **Related recalls:** 0 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 15 owner complaints about the aBS warning light on the Chevrolet Equinox (2015-2026 models), most for the **2015** model year (3). No recall covers the parts behind this light, so a repair is usually at the owner's cost. Drive to a shop this week: If only the ABS light is on and the brakes feel normal, you can drive carefully to a shop, leaving more stopping room. ## Chevrolet Equinox aBS warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the abs light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2015 | 3 | 680 | 0% | | 2017 | 1 | 276 | 0% | | 2018 | 3 | 410 | 1% | | 2019 | 2 | 310 | 1% | | 2020 | 1 | 318 | 0% | | 2023 | 3 | 99 | 3% | | 2025 | 1 | 241 | 0% | | 2026 | 1 | 79 | 1% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Is there a recall for the Chevrolet Equinox aBS warning light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. The Chevrolet Equinox has 20 recalls for other parts in 2015-2026; see the [Chevrolet Equinox page](/vehicles/chevrolet-equinox) or check your VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). ## What Chevrolet Equinox owners report - "While driving, multiple warning lights illuminated, including ABS, BRAKE, check engine, traction control, parking brake, and "Steering Assist is Reduced - Drive with Care." Most concerning, my brakes became extremely hard to press, and the vehicle failed to slow down or stop as expected. This malfunction placed my..." -- owner of a 2026 Chevrolet Equinox, complaint filed 2026 - "While driving, I received a warning indicating the ABS was off, and the brake pedal became soft with reduced stopping ability. The check engine light also came on. I had to coast the vehicle to a complete stop. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The loss of normal braking function significantly..." -- owner of a 2025 Chevrolet Equinox, complaint filed 2026 - "was traveling about 45mph when warning lights come on engine light, brake light, abs light and "P" light and traction light. When brake petal was applied the petal went to the floor. Emergency brake would not work." -- owner of a 2023 Chevrolet Equinox, complaint filed 2023 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the aBS warning light means The ABS light means the anti-lock brake system has found a fault and turned itself off. Your regular brakes should still work, but the wheels can lock up in a hard stop, especially on wet or icy roads. The most common cause is a failed wheel speed sensor. If the red brake warning light is also on, the problem may affect normal braking and you should stop driving. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Failed wheel speed sensor** (most common) 2. **Damaged sensor wiring or tone ring** (common) 3. **Low brake fluid** (less common) 4. **ABS module or pump failure** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [ABS warning light](/warning-lights/abs). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Chevrolet Equinox abs light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. A repair is usually at the owner's cost unless the car is under warranty. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, since new recalls are added often. ### Which Chevrolet Equinox years have the most abs light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2015, 2018 and 2023 Equinox model years have the most complaints mentioning the aBS warning light, with 3 for 2015. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Chevrolet Equinox with the abs light on? Drive to a shop this week. If only the ABS light is on and the brakes feel normal, you can drive carefully to a shop, leaving more stopping room. Stop driving and have it towed if the red brake light is on too, the pedal is soft or sinks, or the car pulls hard when braking. ### How do I check if my Chevrolet Equinox has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Chevrolet dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Chevrolet Equinox warning lights - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/chevrolet-equinox): 28 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/chevrolet-equinox): 154 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/chevrolet-equinox): 462 complaints - [Coolant temperature warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/coolant-temperature/chevrolet-equinox): 21 complaints - [Oil pressure warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/oil-pressure/chevrolet-equinox): 50 complaints - [Power steering warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/power-steering/chevrolet-equinox): 48 complaints - [Tire pressure (TPMS) light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/tire-pressure/chevrolet-equinox): 20 complaints - [Traction control light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/chevrolet-equinox): 58 complaints ## ABS warning light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/ram-1500): 280 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/jeep-wrangler): 180 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chevrolet-silverado): 89 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/honda-accord): 72 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/jeep-grand-cherokee): 58 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chevrolet-traverse): 53 complaints - [Hyundai Santa Fe](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/hyundai-santa-fe): 45 complaints - [Hyundai Sonata](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/hyundai-sonata): 42 complaints - [Toyota Prius](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/toyota-prius): 40 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/gmc-sierra): 37 complaints ## Chevrolet Equinox - [Chevrolet Equinox specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/chevrolet-equinox) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chevrolet-equinox Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.