Equinox vs Terrain Engine Claim Data
Equinox 371 sales, 9.2% claims, median 126k mi. Terrain 191 sales, 12.6% claims, median 130k mi. Compare GM crossover engine patterns.
Quick Answer
**Chevrolet Equinox**: **371 engine sales**, **9.2%** matched claims, **126,000 mi** median purchase. **GMC Terrain**: **191 sales**, **12.6%** claims, **130,000 mi** median. Same platform — install and prime documentation matter on both.
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What Does This Article Cover?
- **Sales volume and matched claim rate** for this application - How this YMM compares to **segment baseline and siblings** - **Diagnosis vs defect** — install, fluid, programming first - **Before filing a claim** documentation checklist - Links to **symptom hubs** and mileage context ## What Do Equinox and Terrain Numbers Show?
| Model | Sales | Claim rate | Median purchase mi | |-------|------:|-----------:|-------------------:| | **Chevrolet Equinox** | **371** | **9.2%** | **126,000 mi** | | **GMC Terrain** | **191** | **12.6%** | **130,000 mi** |
What Should GM Crossover Owners Check First?
| Risk signal | Likely cause (non-defect) | Document first | |-------------|---------------------------|----------------| | Crank no-start | Fuel, immobilizer, timing | Scan + fuel pressure | | Misfire / rough idle | Coils, prime, vacuum | Compression + scan | | CEL / tick | Sensor, oil spec, prime | Full module scan | | Overheat post-install | Air bleed, thermostat | Coolant bleed proof | | Metal in oil (external) | Contamination during install | Photo + filter cut-open |
How Do These Compare to Segment Baseline?
Crossover engine medians **126k–132k** — see crossover comparison: /blog/crossover-engine-replacement-mileage-equinox-terrain-escape (P-B2).
What Prevention Steps Reduce Early Reviews?
| Lever | Transmission | Engine | |-------|--------------|--------| | Fluid / prime | Correct ATF, level, leaks | Oil prime, spec, filter | | Programming | Relearn / TCM | Immobilizer, crank relearn | | Cooling | Cooler flow, lines | Thermostat, bleed, fans | | Documentation | Photos, scan baseline | Timing proof, torque specs |
Before filing a claim
| Step | Action | |------|--------| | 1 | Document symptom, miles since install, fluid level and color | | 2 | Save full scan report (stored + pending codes) | | 3 | Photo leaks, cooler lines, and routing **before** cleanup | | 4 | Confirm relearn/reflash or programming steps completed | | 5 | Do **not** remove or disassemble the unit without pre-authorization |
Full prep: required documents for a warranty claim: /blog/documents-required-warranty-claim · pre-authorization before removing the unit: /blog/pre-authorization-before-removing-unit
> Before any unit is removed or replaced, document the symptom, save scan results or inspection notes, and contact support with the installation details so the issue can be reviewed accurately.
Related: transmission won't shift after install: /blog/reman-transmission-wont-shift-after-install · engine won't start after install: /blog/engine-wont-start-after-install · required documents for a warranty claim: /blog/documents-required-warranty-claim
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FAQ
What is Equinox engine claim rate?
**9.2%** on **371 sales**, **126k** median mi.
What is Terrain claim rate?
**12.6%** on **191 sales**, **130k** median mi.
Are Equinox and Terrain identical for warranty?
Platform overlap — always match **VIN and build**.
Engine mileage hub?
At what mileage do customers replace an engine: /blog/at-what-mileage-do-customers-replace-an-engine.
Engine won't start after install?
Engine won't start after install: /blog/engine-wont-start-after-install.
Required documents?
Required documents: /blog/documents-required-warranty-claim.
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Related on Expedia Parts
- Warranty policy and Expedia Protection: /warranty
- Pre-authorization before removing the unit: /blog/pre-authorization-before-removing-unit
- Documents required for a warranty claim: /blog/documents-required-warranty-claim
- Reman transmission won’t shift after install: /blog/reman-transmission-wont-shift-after-install
- When your transmission needs a reflash: /blog/when-transmission-needs-reflash
- Engine won’t start after install: /blog/engine-wont-start-after-install