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2014 Chevrolet Equinox recalls & problems

The 2014 Chevrolet Equinox has 1 safety recall and 549 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine (219 complaints).

Recalls1safety recalls
Complaints549filed by owners
Crashes · fires23 · 4reported in complaints
NHTSA overall4 ★crash-test stars
2014 Chevrolet Equinox in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

VisibilityMar 17, 2022

Windshield wiper/washer › Motor

Recall 22V165000681,509 vehiclesopened after NHTSA action (ODI)

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail.
Risk
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the wiper module, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 21, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212352530.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2014 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk17.4%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2014 Chevrolet Equinox SUV FWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk19.1%

Forward collision warning: Optional · Lane departure warning: Optional

2014 Chevrolet Equinox NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2014 Chevrolet Equinox NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Equinox FWD

26mpg combined
City / highway22 / 31 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,600/year to fuel

Equinox FWD FFV

26mpg combined
City / highway22 / 31 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $2,600/year to fuel

Equinox AWD

23mpg combined
City / highway20 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Equinox AWD FFV

23mpg combined
City / highway20 / 28 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

2.4 L · 4 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $2,900/year to fuel

Equinox FWD FFV

20mpg combined
City / highway17 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

Equinox FWD

19mpg combined
City / highway17 / 24 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

Equinox AWD

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

Equinox AWD FFV

19mpg combined
City / highway16 / 23 mpg
FuelRegular Gasoline

3.6 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 6-spd · All-Wheel Drive · about $3,550/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Engine21911195,000 mi
Visibility/wiper16720080,000 mi
Electrical systemIgnition › Switch; Instrument panel › Speedometer/odometer4602063,556 mi
Unknown or other4241260,000 mi
Power train4000075,000 mi
Fuel/propulsion system3410179,272 mi
Air bags29151840,000 mi
VisibilityWindshield wiper/washer › Motor; Windshield wiper/washer2000072,500 mi
Steering1800038,000 mi
Vehicle speed control1810046,000 mi
Electronic stability control (esc)1500056,550 mi
Engine and engine coolingExhaust system › Emission control › Crankcase (pcv); Exhaust system › Emission control › Catalytic convertor13000106,000 mi

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.

NHTSA defect investigations