Chevrolet Equinox Repair Cost Guide

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Comprehensive repair cost data for the 2022-2025 Chevrolet Equinox, compiled from 7 industry sources (7 high-confidence). Covers 11 common repair types with OEM vs aftermarket parts pricing, labor hour estimates, and paint costs.

Repair Range
$100-$4,500
Body Labor
$115/hr
Paint Labor
$120/hr
Annual Maint.
$537/yr

Damage Severity Cost Ranges

Minor

$200-$1,000

Single panel scratch, small dent, minor scuff

Moderate

$1,500-$4,000

Bumper replacement, panel repair with paint, multi-area damage

Major

$4,000-$10,000

Multiple panel damage, structural involvement, sensor recalibration

Common Repairs & Costs

Front Bumper Repair
3-7 hrs
Front bumper repair and repaint (minor scuffs, scratches, small cracks)
$600-$1,500
Parts: $0-$150 Labor: $400-$1100 Paint: $200-$450
Front Bumper Replacement
1.5-3.5 hrs
Front bumper cover replacement with paint and Chevy Safety Assist sensor reinstallation
$900-$1,800
Parts: $350-$800 Labor: $160-$450 Paint: $280-$550 ADAS calibration required
Rear Bumper Replacement
1.5-3 hrs
Rear bumper cover replacement with paint and parking sensor reinstallation
$850-$1,650
Parts: $300-$700 Labor: $150-$400 Paint: $250-$500 ADAS calibration required
Minor Scratch Repair
1-3 hrs
Minor scratch or scuff repair and blend on single panel
$200-$700
Parts: $0-$50 Labor: $150-$500 Paint: $100-$200
Paintless Dent Repair
0.5-2 hrs
Paintless dent repair (PDR) for minor dents without paint damage
$100-$400
Parts: $0-$0 Labor: $100-$400
Fender Replacement
2-4 hrs
Front fender replacement with paint (steel body panel)
$700-$1,600
Parts: $200-$500 Labor: $250-$580 Paint: $250-$500
Door Skin Repair
4-8 hrs
Door skin repair and repaint (dent, scratch, or minor collision)
$1,000-$2,300
Parts: $0-$200 Labor: $600-$1500 Paint: $300-$600
Door Replacement
3-6 hrs
Complete door assembly replacement including glass, handle, and electronics
$2,000-$4,500
Parts: $550-$1100 Labor: $400-$950 Paint: $400-$750
Windshield Replacement
1-2.5 hrs
Windshield replacement with forward camera calibration
$500-$1,200
Parts: $300-$700 Labor: $150-$350 ADAS calibration required
Headlight Replacement
0.5-1.5 hrs
LED headlight assembly replacement
$250-$800
Parts: $350-$900 Labor: $80-$200
Mirror Replacement
0.5-1 hrs
Side mirror assembly replacement with turn signal and BSM
$200-$600
Parts: $200-$450 Labor: $75-$180 Paint: $50-$140

Labor Rate Breakdown

Body
$115/hr
Paint
$120/hr
Mechanical
$135/hr
Frame
$140/hr

GM dealerships charge $115-$175/hr; independent shops $75-$120/hr

Labor rates vary significantly by location. View rates for your state.

Parts Pricing: OEM vs Aftermarket

Front Bumper Cover
$350-$800
$120-$400
-55%
OEM: $350-$800 | AM: $120-$400 (-55%)
Rear Bumper Cover
$300-$700
$100-$350
-55%
OEM: $300-$700 | AM: $100-$350 (-55%)
Front Fender
$200-$500
$80-$250
-53%
OEM: $200-$500 | AM: $80-$250 (-53%)
Door Shell
$500-$900
$300-$600
-36%
OEM: $500-$900 | AM: $300-$600 (-36%)
Headlight Assembly
$350-$900
$130-$400
-58%
OEM: $350-$900 | AM: $130-$400 (-58%)
Taillight Assembly
$200-$500
$80-$250
-53%
OEM: $200-$500 | AM: $80-$250 (-53%)
Side Mirror Assembly
$200-$450
$80-$220
-54%
OEM: $200-$450 | AM: $80-$220 (-54%)
Windshield
$350-$700
$200-$400
-43%
OEM: $350-$700 | AM: $200-$400 (-43%)

ADAS Calibration Requirements

The Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) that may require recalibration after certain repairs. This adds significant cost to bumper replacements, windshield replacements, and structural repairs.

Front Bumper Replacement Calibration: $200-$600
Required
Rear Bumper Replacement
Required
Windshield Replacement Calibration: $150-$450
Required

Common Damage Patterns

Front Bumper Damage

Very Common

Front bumper scratches, scuffs, and cracks from parking incidents

Typical cost $600-$1,800

Most common Turo rental damage; Chevy Safety Assist recalibration adds cost

Rear Bumper Damage

Common

Rear bumper damage from parking lot incidents

Typical cost $850-$1,650

Door Dings And Dents

Very Common

Door dings and parking lot damage

Typical cost $100-$1,200

PDR effective at $100-$400; paint damage requires body work

Side Mirror Damage

Common

Side mirror damage from tight spaces

Typical cost $200-$600

Wheel Curb Damage

Very Common

Wheel curb rash from parking

Typical cost $150-$400

Windshield Cracks

Moderate

Windshield cracks from road debris

Typical cost $500-$1,200

Front End Damage

Moderate

Multi-panel front-end damage from collisions (bumper, grille, hood, fender)

Typical cost $6,000-$7,000

Body shop estimates for comprehensive front-end repair

Maintenance Costs

Annual Cost
$537/yr
10-Year Total
$5,370

Source: RepairPal

Data Sources

7 sources (7 high-confidence)

RepairPal KBB - Equinox 2025 Key Collision Center Relux Collision Technicraft Group CARiD GM Parts Warehouse

Labor Rates by State

Repair costs vary by location. Check body, paint, and mechanical rates for your state.

Cost by Damage Type

Bumper replacement, fender repair, scratch repair, and more -- with data-backed cost ranges.

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