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2014 Chevrolet Equinox problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Worth extra scrutiny

The 2014 Chevrolet Equinox sits mid-pack among Equinox years: 696 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 512, with a single recall and 2 closed investigations. Complainants reported 18 injuries in total across these filings.

Engine leads the complaint categories with 228 reports (33% of the total). In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

696

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

2

Investigations

32

Crash-involved

6

Fires reported

18

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2014 compare to other Equinox years?

Equinox NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted1,137 complaints2005: 950 complaints2006: 950 complaints2007: 950 complaints2008: 535 complaints2009: 151 complaints2010: 1,118 complaints2011: 1,137 complaints2012: 943 complaints2013: 984 complaints2014: 696 complaints2015: 844 complaints2016: 487 complaints2017: 367 complaints2018: 570 complaints2019: 408 complaints2020: 463 complaints2021: 117 complaints2022: 210 complaints2023: 119 complaints2024: 111 complaints2025: 331 complaints2026: 92 complaints
Equinox NHTSA complaints by model year, 2014 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2014 Chevrolet Equinox problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine22833%
Visibility & Wipers18727%
Electrical System609%
Other426%
Transmission406%
Fuel System355%
Airbags294%
Speed Control183%
Steering183%
Brakes122%
Body & Structure81%
Tires & Wheels61%
Driver Assistance41%
Seat Belts41%
Lighting30%
Seats10%
Suspension10%

Does the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

22V165000Visibility & WipersMarch 17, 2022 · 681,509 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. AFTER STOPPING THE VEHICLE, SMOKE APPEARED FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. MOMENTS LATER, FLAMES APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD. THE LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED TO THE SCENE AND EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED. A FIRE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · January 11, 2019 · fire

“I seen the recall and drivetime refuse to fix the windshield wipers and it went out. It cause me to be rear ended from the back. Also, I paid 720.00 to get the windshield wipers pump replace my pep boys. I will like a refund for what I paid to get it fix. ”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · May 18, 2022 · crash

“I PUT MY PHONE CHARGER TO CHARGE AND A FIRE IGNITED I QUICKLY PULL THE PLUG OUT. IT IS THE 6 CHARGE I HAVE DAMAGED. AND THE IGNITION KEY AT TIME GET OVER HEATED. ANYTHING THAT GET PLUGGED INTO THE USB ALSO EVENTUALLY GET OVER HEATED. MY PHONE GET MESS UP FROM IT. HELP PLEASE. THANKS *TR”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 16, 2014 · fire

“I LOOKED AWAY FROM MY DRIVING FOR PERHAPS 2 SECONDS, WHEN MY CAR DRIFTED TO THE EDGE OF THE ROAD-- IT WAS RAINING AND THE GRASS WAS VERY SLICK AND PULLED ME ON INTO THE DITCH. WHILE TRYING TO GET OUT OF MY SLIDE, I HIT A ROAD SIGN WITH MY FRONT BUMPER. IMMEDIATELY, I WAS TOLD "AIRBAG DEPLOYED"...…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · January 1, 2015 · crash

“I was driving in busy traffic with no warning signs, no check engine lights when all of a sudden my engine lost power an would not restart. I had to get a tow from Kentucky to Michigan to a near by Mechanic where he ran a boroscope. The timing chain failed which then valves hit the pistons. I know…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · December 2, 2024

2014 Chevrolet Equinox — common questions

Is the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?

It is close to typical for the Equinox: 696 NHTSA complaints, 1 recall, and 2 investigations on file.

What are the most common 2014 Equinox problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are engine (228 complaints), visibility & wipers (187 complaints), electrical system (60 complaints).

Does the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened 2 investigations into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Chevrolet Equinox years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Equinox years to avoid are 2011, 2010, 2013, 2005, 2007, 2006, 2012, 2015. The cleanest record among Equinox years belongs to 2026.

How safe is the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.