2014 Chevrolet Equinox: Is It Reliable?
Problems, Recalls & Buyer Verdict
Shopping for a used 2014 Chevrolet Equinox? This page highlights owner-reported complaint patterns and recall history so you can inspect the right systems before buying. Current data includes 540 complaints, with Engine Problems as the top reported area.
2014 Chevrolet Equinox Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA-rated fuel economy across 8 2014 Chevrolet Equinox trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 8 trims analysed.
2014 Chevrolet Equinox Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2014 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWDOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
17.4% rollover risk
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover
17.4% probability
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox has 540 owner complaints, 23 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign on record. The most frequently reported component is Engine Problems. NHTSA reliability signal: Severe Issues.
- Make
- Chevrolet
- Model
- Equinox
- Model year
- 2014
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 540
- Crash-related complaints
- 23
- Safety recall campaigns
- 1
- Top reported component
- Engine Problems
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 23
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 20 / 28
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- NHTSA overall safety rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA frontal crash rating
- 4/5 stars
- NHTSA side crash rating
- 5/5 stars
- NHTSA rollover rating
- 4/5 stars
- Electronic stability control
- Standard
Most Common 2014 Chevrolet Equinox Problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Engine Problems
Visibility/Wiper
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Engine Problems, Visibility/Wiper, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Should You Buy a Used 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?
The 2014 Chevrolet Equinox shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase.
Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report.
What to Check Before Buying a Used 2014 Chevrolet Equinox
Inspection Focus
- Inspect engine performance and check for any service bulletins related to Engine Problems.
- Test windshield wipers and visibility components for proper operation.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components.
Before You Close the Deal
- Inspect engine performance and check for any service bulletins related to Engine Problems.
- Test windshield wipers and visibility components for proper operation.
- Verify all open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for reported components.
- Have a mechanic inspect before purchase.
Shortlist with model-year data. Decide with the exact VIN.
Before buying a used 2014 Chevrolet Equinox, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, theft checks, and open recalls for the exact vehicle.
What the Complaint Data Suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on 540 NHTSA complaints for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox, complaints are concentrated in the engine and visibility/wiper systems. The data suggests potential issues with engine performance and windshield wiper functionality, though the confidence level is low and complaints do not confirm defects.
- Engine Problems account for the largest share of complaints with 224 reports.
- Visibility/Wiper issues are the second most common complaint category with 167 reports.
- There is 1 recall associated with this model year.
- Engine Problems
- Visibility/Wiper
- Electrical Faults
All 2014 Chevrolet Equinox Complaints by Category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 224 | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Visibility/Wiper | 167 | 2 | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 44 | — | 2 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 41 | 4 | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 39 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 34 | 1 | — | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 29 | 15 | 1 | — | |
| Visibility | 19 | — | — | — | |
| Steering Defects | 18 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 18 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 15 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 12 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 8 | 3 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: AEB | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Lane Departure | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | 1 | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Real Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started driving sluggishly and failed to accelerate properly. Additionally, the contact reported excessive oil consumption, although there were no external leaks …
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormally loud sound, shuddered, and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road on seve…
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 advi…
See attached document for complaint.
Safety Complaint – Sudden Oil Loss and Engine Failure – 2014 Chevy Equinox Hello, I am reporting a serious safety issue involving my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox with the 2.4L Ecotec engine. My vehicle began consuming oil at an abnormal rate without any dashboard warnings in early 2…
The most noticeable things wrong are the RPMs and the oil consumption. The RMPs fluctuate at idle, hinting at a misfiring of the pistons, which you can hear when it sits at idle. The second thing is I top off the oil with a quart of oil every gas fill up. The engine light keeps p…
Safety Complaint: Engine Stall/Loss of Power at Highway Speeds – 2014 Chevy Equinox Incident Details: • 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. …
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. THE DEALERSHIP SAYS THERE IS NO BULLETIN ON MY VIN…
Wipers stopped working sounded like they were grinding when they stopped.
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.
The Stabilitrac , brake & Traction control would not reset. Took to shop replaced ABS module & T/C switch. Cost me $1999.32 to fix. Problem solved.
Passenger occupancy sensor malfunction cause the service air bag message to pop up. It will put my passengers of my family or my girlfriend at risk without passenger air bag toggled. Getting taken a look at the car repair shop.
The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was black. The contact stated that upon shifting from reverse(R) to drive(D), the rearview camera remained engaged for an extended period. Additionally, the contact state…
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.
There are several 2010-2014 Equinox that are having same problem. The oil smells like gas, and it burns through 4 quarts of oil before I hit 3,000 miles. I see that in 2019 there was a class action lawsuit against Chevy for putting the wrong pistons and O-rings in the 2010 throu…
The engines in the 2014 equinox has a defect just like The Silverados.. they should have had a class action suit against that as well I've spoke with many ppl who had issues with their 2.4 eco tech engine it bucks at the stop signs cuts off and high fuel consumption
I used to go to Chevy for service and was seeing the same issue and got frustrated. Starting going to Meineke and they found out that I had an ongoing oil consumption issue. I contacted Chevy and GM. They said the vehicle had too much mileage and I tried to explain the issue. …
One computer shorted out of 22 on the car cause major repairs
The temperature sensor keeps breaking down after using the car under normal conditions for 1–2 months of use. I have changed it a few times, as well as the electrical harnesses and connectors, and the problem persists.
Service Stabilitrak, Power Steering light, Check Engine light. Door locks lock and unlock continuously. Randomly has No acceleration, causes jolting at a low speed. Available for inspection asap. The code “UO101” comes up in a diagnostic test. Overall, the car basically shuts dow…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox.
2014 Chevrolet Equinox Recalls
1 campaignNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
2014 Chevrolet Equinox Buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 540 owner complaints, 23 crash-related complaints, and 1 recall campaign for this model year. The 2014 Chevrolet Equinox shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
#1: Engine Problems (224 complaints). #2: Visibility/Wiper (167 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (44 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox, NHTSA complaints include 23 crash-related reports and 4 fire reports out of 540 total complaints. 11 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox have any recalls?▾
Yes. 1 NHTSA recall campaign affect the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. A major recall area is VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR. 1 recall campaign is on record for this model year. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox?▾
The 2014 Chevrolet Equinox shows higher complaint activity for its model-year profile, so buyers should inspect known problem areas carefully before purchase. Use the model-year trend to shortlist candidates, then confirm the exact vehicle condition with service records, recall status, and a VIN history report. Pay extra attention to Engine Problems during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Chevrolet Equinox reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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Check the Exact Vehicle History Before You Buy
Model-year complaints and recalls reveal patterns. A VIN report confirms whether the exact car has accident history, title brands, mileage issues, or open recalls.