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2015 Chevrolet Equinox problems, recalls and owner complaints
What the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox has been recalled for and what owners report, from official government data. Updated October 25, 2026.
- 2safety recalls
- 680owner complaints
- 24crash reports
- 6fire reports
- 19injuries reported
680 complaints, against an average of 339 for the other 14 Chevrolet Equinox model years.
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What goes wrong with the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox?
The components named most often in the 680 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.
What symptoms do 2015 Chevrolet Equinox owners describe?
Found by reading the text of all 680 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 2015 Chevrolet Equinox?220 owners · 32.4% · Recall 22V165000
- Why is my 2015 Chevrolet Equinox burning or losing oil?80 owners · 11.8%
- Why does my 2015 Chevrolet Equinox stall, lose power or shut off while driving?72 owners · 10.6%
- Why is the check engine light on in my 2015 Chevrolet Equinox?52 owners · 7.6%
- Has the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox had engine failures?49 owners · 7.2%
- What causes a knocking, ticking or rattling noise in the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox engine?48 owners · 7.1%
Has the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox been recalled?
2 U.S. safety recalls. 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.
Air Bags: Side/Window General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its deployment.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of one or both of the side impact air bags, the air bag's inflator may rupture and the air bag may not properly inflate. The rupture could cause metal fragments to strike the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Additionally, if the air bag does not properly inflate, the driver or passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 01320.
What do 2015 Chevrolet Equinox owners report?
12 of the 680 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.
I noticed on the front passenger side door/windshield, the airbag is starting to come out of the plastic windshield pocket where it is being held. I pushed it back in but there is no recall for this. ...My next problem is the front panel near the doors is rusting out and one day I will be driving and my car will be flat on the ground.. who will fix these problems and would I have to pay for them. Otherwise my car is kept in very good condition. Thank you for your help.
1. High Pressure Fuel Pump, and yes. 2. Car will stall out unless I put it into neutral, shakes on shut down and sometimes starts scary fast. With the car caring my children in a busy town this is a HUGE safety hazard 3. No, but has been inspected by multiple mechanics. Got a tune up in May of 2026 problem subsided and back now. Numerous people have problems with this specific model of car and the HPFP. 4.PO0172 code, but that is the only code that has been persistent. No other known problems with the car. I have reached out to GM because there is no recall on my VIN number for the High…
Front turn indicator lights have gone out. Unfortunately, due to Chevy's vehicle design, the bulbs can only be replaced by pulling the bumper off in total and replacing bulbs. Then, putting entire bumper system back. This information was given to me by Chevrolet of Issaquah AND confirmed by Bonita Point Repair in Chula Vista California.
Rear main seal has blown three times since I purchased my vehicle from Carvana. I’ve pulled the engine out myself as I cannot afford another $3,500 at the shop. I’m a single income household that makes too much for financial assistance. The Chevy Equinox was the only vehicle in our price range. That was prior to the seal blowing, again.
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started shaking abnormally before unintendedly decelerating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with excessive oil consumption; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 65,000.
My vehicle has been cranking when trying to turn on. Sometimes when it does turn on, it will engage the anti theft system. It will also turn on my 4-ways, and windshield wipers other times without me triggering these buttons. Sometimes it will say that I don’t have power steering. Other times, my AC will not work. It puts me and my family at risk because if the system is continuously having issues, I worry that something bad will happen while we are driving! I saw that there are other similar complaints online for the 2015 Chevy equinox. I have no dashboard lights on, other than tire pressure…
I just purchased the vehicle she hadn't even driven it 2 months when it started to shut off on it's on. Causing very dangerous situations. Then the oil consumption problem that's been well known and heavily documented time after time. Without warning lights or low oil pressure light or even a check engine light to give any type of warning the front seal blew out causing heavy oil loose that caused the engine bay and over the bottom of the vehicle drenching areas that have really high temperatures that could have caused the oil to possibly ignite at any time from the high heated areas that was…
Ending result timing chain : Beginning of result: 1. My vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of power steering while driving at highway speeds. The loss of power steering significantly compromised the driver's ability to maneuver the vehicle safely, especially during emergency situations, putting both the driver and other road users at risk of an accident. 2. Traveling at high way speeds my car suddenly lost complete power to go. Keep going up and down in speed in middle of interstate 3. No warning signs prior no check engine line appeared until after the safety risk above.
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ABS module had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000.
wind shield wiper stopped working while driving on the highway in heavy down pour, safety was my next concern, so I pulled over and waited for the rain to stop to continue driving home.
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the windshield wipers failed to operate while activated. The vehicle was making a clicking noise while attempting to turn to the left or the right. The contact stated that the noise was louder while standing outside the vehicle. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 29,000.
The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH during a rainstorm, the windshield wipers were not functioning. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the windshield wiper module. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V165000 (Visibility) the VIN was included, and the vehicle had been repaired, but the failure still occurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure…
2015 Chevrolet Equinox: questions owners ask
Is the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?
NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 680 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox; the most common categories were visibility/wiper (250, 36.8%), engine (227, 33.4%), power train (63, 9.3%). There are 2 safety recalls. 24 complaints mention a crash, 6 mention a fire, 19 injuries were reported.
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox?
Across 680 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are visibility/wiper (36.8% of complaints), engine (33.4% of complaints), power train (9.3% of complaints), electrical system (6.6% of complaints), air bags (5.6% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.
Does the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2015 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 2015 Chevrolet Equinox?
220 of the 680 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox (32.4%) 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: "wind shield wiper stopped working while driving on the highway in heavy down pour, safety was my next concern, so I pulled over and waited for the rain to stop to continue driving home." (NHTSA complaint 11614365, September 2024). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Why is my 2015 Chevrolet Equinox burning or losing oil?
80 of the 680 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox (11.8%) describe excessive oil consumption or oil leaks. One owner wrote: "Burns Oil so bad I don't need to change oil. I put about a quart of oil in it a week. Car runs rough. Sometimes overheating and sounds loud when low on oil. This occurs on a consistent regular basis since aquiring in October 2024" (NHTSA complaint 11730208, April 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 2015 Chevrolet Equinox stall, lose power or shut off while driving?
72 of the 680 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox (10.6%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. One owner wrote: "According to our mechanic, our vehicle’s PCV system became clogged and it increased the pressure in our engine and caused the car’s rear main seal to rupture, leading to catastrophic oil loss, loss of power to the vehicle, and engine damage." (NHTSA complaint 11720791, February 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 2015 Chevrolet Equinox?
52 of the 680 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox (7.6%) describe the check engine light coming on. One owner wrote: "Oil issues. The oil light does not come on when there is low oil and the rear main seal busted and the car started to shake and then it turned off. No oil light or check engine light came on. The car did start back up and I was able to move it to safely." (NHTSA complaint 11639665, January 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 2015 Chevrolet Equinox had engine failures?
49 of the 680 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox (7.2%) describe complete engine failure or a replaced engine. One owner wrote: "the 2015 equinox has been serviced and maintenance regularly. The engine's timing chain failed at 73k miles. No explanation on why. I was told even though I do maintenance regularly, it just happens in these vehicle. i now need a new engine not under warranty" (NHTSA complaint 11638190, January 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.
What causes a knocking, ticking or rattling noise in the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox engine?
48 of the 680 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox (7.1%) describe a knocking, ticking or rattling engine noise. One owner wrote: "Noticed knocking in the engine and excessive oil usage. I keep my vehicle maintained. I went and had the values and seals replaced around engine for oil. Not even two to three weeks later knocking again. Took it back and engine is burning oil." (NHTSA complaint 11719161, February 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.
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 2015 only.