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2014 Chevrolet Equinox Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 3.2× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
543Complaints
1Recalls
23Crashes
4Fires
11Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Engine (39.6% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Engine complaints here are 3.2× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine215 · 39.6%not available
Visibility/wiper167 · 30.8%not available
Electrical System44 · 8.1%not available
Power Train40 · 7.4%not available
Fuel/propulsion System34 · 6.3%not available
Air Bags29 · 5.3%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

ENGINE215 · 39.6%
VISIBILITY/WIPER167 · 30.8%
Unspecified / other41 · 7.6%
POWER TRAIN40 · 7.4%
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM34 · 6.3%
AIR BAGS29 · 5.3%
STEERING18 · 3.3%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL18 · 3.3%
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)15 · 2.8%

Percentages are the share of the 543 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 1 campaign

Visibility:windshield Wiper/washer:motor

NHTSA campaign 22V165000 · 2022 · reported 03/17/2022

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“I HAVE MY OIL CHANGED REGULARLY AND THIS LAST TIME I WASN'T INTO THE OIL CHANGE MORE THEN 1000 MILES AND IT STARTED MAKING A…”NHTSA complaint 11121569 — filed 08/22/2018 · ENGINE
“WHILE DRIVING THE CAR ON ICY ROAD CONDITIONS THE ENGINE SEIZED AND THE CAR CAME TO AN ABRUPT HALT. WE WERE UNABLE TO MOVE THE…”NHTSA complaint 11118122 — filed 08/06/2018 · ENGINE
“MY CAR HAS BEGUN STALLING AT RED LIGHTS AND GENERALLY WHENEVER I NEED TO STOP, I DON'T GET ANY WARNING LIGHTS CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS…”NHTSA complaint 11115802 — filed 08/05/2018 · ENGINE

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 215 of 543 NHTSA complaints (39.6%), followed by visibility/wiper (167), electrical system (44), unspecified/other issues (41). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox have?

543 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 23 involved a crash, 4 involved a fire, and 11 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?

Yes — 1 NHTSA safety recall campaign, including campaign 22V165000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.