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2014 Chevrolet Equinox problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox has been recalled for and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 1safety recall
- 549owner complaints
- 23crash reports
- 4fire reports
- 11injuries reported
549 complaints, against an average of 348 for the other 14 Chevrolet Equinox model years.
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What goes wrong with the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?
The components named most often in the 549 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
What symptoms do 2014 Chevrolet Equinox owners describe?
Found by reading the text of all 549 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.
- Why do the windshield wipers stop working on my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?141 owners Ā· 25.7% Ā· Recall 22V165000
- Why is my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox burning or losing oil?87 owners Ā· 15.8%
- Why does my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox stall, lose power or shut off while driving?71 owners Ā· 12.9%
- Why is the check engine light on in my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?53 owners Ā· 9.7%
- What causes a knocking, ticking or rattling noise in the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox engine?44 owners Ā· 8%
- Has the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox had engine failures?31 owners Ā· 5.6%
- Why won't my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox start?17 owners Ā· 3.1%
Has the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox been recalled?
1 U.S. safety recall. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.
Visibility: Windshield Wiper/Washer: Motor 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.
What do 2014 Chevrolet Equinox owners report?
12 of the 549 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.
The piston rings or something in the engine is wrong as to where there is massive oil consumption. When this is happening and my car gets empty quickly it is stalling while I am driving and it's hard to get acceleration which is dangerous when I'm on the road in one of the biggest cities in my state.
My 2014 Chevy Equnoix burns oil I have service this vehicle with 3 Catalytic converters also 3 intake manifold caskets it's consuming oil and after oil change must keep checking the oil to add oil also fuel pump I have replace the fuel pump did not know or was every notified about any class action on this vehicle I have spent so much on this vechil6 repairs and oil changes . My Name is [XXX] is it to let to get some compensation on all my repairs and oil changes . XXX this dates catalytic converts ,fuel pump ,intake manifold gaskets, I have tons of oil changes receipts. INFORMATION REDACTEDā¦
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle from an independent dealer, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer several times and the check engine warning light was reset; however, the check engine warning light immediately illuminated while driving the vehicle. The vehicle was then taken to another independent mechanic, and an OBD-II scanner was attached, and it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 112,000 and at theā¦
purchased a 2014 Chevy Equinox from Direct Auto Sales on 03/07/26, and I am currently experiencing serious issues with the vehicle after only 2 months of purchase I noticed the vehicle is making a clicking and grinding sound the vehicle powers down when driving. The problem still exists even after multiple oil changes.
Had to get engine replaced 2 months after I bought it in May 2022, warranty covered the replacement. Ongoing issues with catalytic converters, O2 sensors, check engine light coming on due to those reasons for approximately almost 2 years now. Powertrain (Stablitrak, ABS & ECO) stopped working 6 months after purchase - stablitrak warning light came on, took to dealer that I bought it from, quoted almost $900 to fix it, then took it to a private shop then had them fix it due to affordable cost, but somewhat still having some issues. Now Equinox is burning through oil fast. I can bring it in uponā¦
Engine went into limp mode with now warning. I recieved a reduced engine power warning and the vehicle lost acceleration on the highway almost leading to an accident. I had the car towed to Coggin GM for diagnostic and was told that my throttle body has to be replaced. I was advised that this is common issue with this engine and notify due to a recall of older equinoxes
Safety Complaint: Engine Stall/Loss of Power at Highway Speeds ā 2014 Chevy Equinox Incident Details: ā¢ The Failure: While driving, the vehicle suddenly stopped responding to the accelerator. I was forced to navigate through highway traffic to the shoulder with no engine power. Once stopped, the vehicle would not restart. ā¢ Warning Signs: Leading up to the event, the Check Engine light and Battery light flickered intermittently. ā¢ Diagnostic History: Prior to the breakdown, a technician replaced the starter and checked the battery, yet the Check Engine light remained on. The engine exhibitedā¦
Wipers stopped working sounded like they were grinding when they stopped.
The vehicles electrical system failed or faulted while operating. Engine went into a slow mode while operating in traffic. After stopping vehicle would not restart. very dangerous for an elderly person operating the vehicle.
2014 Chevy Equinox- Consumer is requesting reimbursement for parts and repair in connection to the Safety Recall # N212352530. Recall letter and repair & parts invoice attached.
Warning light is coming on that there is a airbag malfunction and thr airbag needs to be replaced.
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V165000 (Visibility) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving 45-50 MPH on a rainy day, the windshield wipers ceased to operate as needed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that parts were not yet available. The contact contacted a second dealer, Mall Chevrolet (75 Haddonfield Rd, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002) and was provided the sameā¦
2014 Chevrolet Equinox: questions owners ask
Is the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 549 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox; the most common categories were engine (219, 39.9%), visibility/wiper (167, 30.4%), electrical system (46, 8.4%). There is 1 safety recall. 23 complaints mention a crash, 4 mention a fire, 11 injuries were reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?
Across 549 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are engine (39.9% of complaints), visibility/wiper (30.4% of complaints), electrical system (8.4% of complaints), power train (7.3% of complaints), fuel/propulsion system (6.2% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox; the most recent (campaign 22V165000, 2022-03-17) concerns Visibility: Windshield Wiper/Washer: Motor. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why do the windshield wipers stop working on my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?
141 of the 549 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox (25.7%) describe windshield wipers stopping or failing. A related recall exists: campaign 22V165000 (visibility: windshield wiper/washer: motor). The fix: Dealers will inspect the wiper module, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. One owner wrote: "2014 chevrolet equinox. consumer writes in regard to windshield wiper failure safety recall. the consumer is requesting reimbursement for the cost of repairs of the recall." (NHTSA complaint 11494096, November 2022). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why is my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox burning or losing oil?
87 of the 549 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox (15.8%) describe excessive oil consumption or oil leaks. One owner wrote: "The piston rings or something in the engine is wrong as to where there is massive oil consumption. When this is happening and my car gets empty quickly it is stalling while I am driving and it's hard to get acceleration which is dangerous when I'm on the roadā¦" (NHTSA complaint 11772998, October 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why does my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox stall, lose power or shut off while driving?
71 of the 549 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox (12.9%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. One owner wrote: "The piston rings or something in the engine is wrong as to where there is massive oil consumption. When this is happening and my car gets empty quickly it is stalling while I am driving and it's hard to get acceleration which is dangerous when I'm on the roadā¦" (NHTSA complaint 11772998, October 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why is the check engine light on in my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?
53 of the 549 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox (9.7%) describe the check engine light coming on. One owner wrote: "Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle from an independent dealer, the check engine warning light illuminated." (NHTSA complaint 11766330, September 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
What causes a knocking, ticking or rattling noise in the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox engine?
44 of the 549 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox (8%) describe a knocking, ticking or rattling engine noise. One owner wrote: "Oil consumption. i have already paid $2,500 to the chevy dealership where i live to replace the timing chain, and it's doing the same thing again. i'm having to continuously put up to three quarts of oil in it every 2 to 3 weeks." (NHTSA complaint 11707575, December 2025). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Has the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox had engine failures?
31 of the 549 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox (5.6%) describe complete engine failure or a replaced engine. One owner wrote: "The engine failed. my safety was not at risk. the problem was confirmed by and auto repair shop. the car was not inspected by a manufacter or the police. and there was no warning lamp or messages." (NHTSA complaint 11696882, October 2025). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Why won't my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox start?
17 of the 549 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox (3.1%) describe the car failing to start. One owner wrote: "Went to go start my car for work one morning and my car would not start my car check oil light never came on and no messages the night befor and it said I had 36% oil left and my engine is gone...." (NHTSA complaint 11649105, March 2025). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.
Check your own Equinox
Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.
Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), retrieved October 25, 2026. Model year 2014 only.