2014 Chevrolet Equinox recalls and problems

The 2014 Chevrolet Equinox has 1 safety recall and 550 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Chevrolet dealer.

Recalls

Complaints

550

Crashes / fires

23 / 4

Injuries / deaths

11 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2014 Chevrolet Equinox vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2014 Chevrolet Equinox recalls

Recall 22V-165: Visibility

Reported Mar 17, 2022 · 681,509 vehicles affected · General Motors, LLC

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.

2014 Chevrolet Equinox problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Engine	219
Visibility/Wiper	167
Electrical System	46
Unknown or Other	42
Power Train	40
Fuel/Propulsion System	34
Air Bags	29
Visibility	20
Steering	18
Vehicle Speed Control	18
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	15
Engine and Engine Cooling	13

Most reported parts

Structure › Body — 6
Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor — 5
Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Emission Control › Crankcase (Pcv) — 3
Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer — 3
Tires › Sidewall — 2
Electrical System › Ignition › Switch — 1
Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 1
Seat Belts › Front › Retractor — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 79,500 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2014 Chevrolet Equinox complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Engine · reported Oct 22, 2026

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.

Engine · reported Sep 24, 2026

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 REDACTED…

Electrical System · at 192,000 miles · reported Sep 23, 2026

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 the…

Engine · reported Aug 13, 2026

Oil consumption, took to dealer and dealer replaced parts with manufacturers replacement parts, 1 and a half year later oil consumption happened again, dealer checked 2nd time and said manufacturer will not cover 2nd time for same issue.

Structure · at 120,000 miles · reported Aug 11, 2026

The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that upon hooking up a trailer to the vehicle, a severe amount of rust and corrosion was noticed along the entire bottom of the vehicle. The contact emphasized a concern for safety with all the corrosion uncovered underneath the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted and the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox: 22V-165 (visibility). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?

Owners report engine problems most often (219 reports), followed by visibility/wiper (167). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 79,500 miles.

Are Chevrolet recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Chevrolet dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.