2014 Chevrolet EQUINOX
Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report
Quick Summary
The 2014 Chevrolet EQUINOX has 696 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.4x the segment average of 487. The most common issue is engine problems (33% of all complaints), specifically: tl* the contact owns a 2014 chevrolet equinox. the contact stated that while reversing from a residential garage, he noticed that there was an oil leak. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technician diagnosed that the front engine seal was leaking and needed to be replaced. the manufactur. There is 1 recall issued for this model year. ⚠️ 5 fire reports filed.
696
Total Complaints
1
Recalls Issued
4/5
Safety Stars
1.4x
vs Segment Avg
Known Problems(top 5 of 8)
ENGINE
228 complaints- • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING FROM A RESIDENTIAL GARAGE, HE NOTICED THAT THERE WAS AN OIL LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT ENGINE SEAL WAS LEAKING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTUR
- • IGNITION KEY DIFFICULT TO GET IN AND DIFFICULT TO TURN ENGINE OVER; IGNITION KEY STICKS BOTH OFF AND ON??? I KNOW OF SIMILAR PROBLEMS WITH THE SAME VEHICLE. ONGOING PROBLEM WITH GM??? *TR
- • TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AFTER THE REDUCE ENGINE POWER WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE ECM FUSE WAS BLOWN AND NEEDED TO BE RE
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING FROM A RESIDENTIAL GARAGE, HE NOTICED THAT THERE WAS AN OIL LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT ENGINE SEAL WAS LEAKING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTUR”
— NHTSA complaint filing
When Problems Appear on the 2014 Chevrolet EQUINOX
Based on 470 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 78K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 60-100K miles range.
ELECTRICAL
SPEED CONTROL
BRAKES
BODY/STRUCTURE
AIR BAGS
OTHER
Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.
Recalls (1)
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.
Charging Cost Calculator for 2014 Chevrolet EQUINOX
Live EIA pricesBased on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.
Estimated Insurance Cost for 2014 Chevrolet EQUINOX
How this estimate is calculated
Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.
Maintenance & Warranty
Recommended Chevrolet EQUINOX Service Intervals
GM Oil Life System dynamically calculates oil change interval. DEXOS-approved oil required.
"Severe service" conditions (heavy towing, extreme temps, city stop-and-go) typically halve these intervals. Always consult your vehicle's owner's manual for the authoritative schedule.
Chevrolet New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage
These are the terms for a new Chevrolet. If you're buying a used 2014 EQUINOX, remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Chevrolet dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.
EV Incentives for 2014 Chevrolet EQUINOX
Updated 2026-07Federal Tax Credit (Section 30D) — Expired 2025-09-30
Section 30D new clean vehicle credit ($7,500 max) expired for vehicles acquired after Sept 30, 2025 per Public Law (One Big Beautiful Bill Act). Vehicles acquired on or before that date remain eligible on the buyer's 2025 return. No federal purchase credit exists for post-9/30/2025 acquisitions.
State-Level Incentives (Still Active in 14 States)
Source: US Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center + state DOR / DEQ program pages. Program details and eligibility limits change frequently — always verify with the linked source before purchase.
Estimated Repair Costs
Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.
🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist
Based on 696 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:
- ☐ENGINE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING FROM A RESIDENTIAL GARAGE, HE NOTICED THAT THERE WAS AN OIL LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT ENGINE SEAL WAS LEAKING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTUR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐VISIBILITY: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER INFORMATION CENTER ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE MANUFACTURER ISSUED A CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM WHERE THE RADIO WAS REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE FAILURE RECU
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐ELECTRICAL: A FEW TIMES I HAVE NOTICED THAT WHEN I TURN THE SUV OFF, THE IGNITION SWITCH AND THE METAL PART OF THE KEY ARE VERY HOT. IS THIS PROBLEM SIMILAR TO OTHER RECALLS? *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐OTHER: 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"... HO
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
- ☐RECALLS: Verify all 1 recall have been completed — free at any Chevrolet dealer
- ☐General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)
Chevrolet EQUINOX — Year Comparison
How does 2014 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.
NHTSA Safety Rating
At a Glance
- Complaints
- 696
- Recalls
- 1
- Fire reports
- 5
- Crash reports
- 23
- Injury reports
- 12
- Segment avg
- 487
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