2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
4/5
Safety Rating
689
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
50
Service Bulletins
1
Investigation
Overview of the 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
The 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX has received a total of 689 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. There has been 1 recall campaign affecting this vehicle, covering issues with VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR. 50 technical service bulletins have been issued by General Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine (212 complaints), Visibilitywiper (167 complaints), and Electrical System (43 complaints).
Recalls for the 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
NHTSA has recorded 1 recall for the 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX, potentially affecting up to 681,509 vehicles.
Recall 22V165000 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
| 681,509 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: 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,...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
689 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
Most Recent Complaints
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
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
See attached document for complaint.
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 2025. The oil level would drop dangerously low between regular oil changes, and the problem escalated quickly. I had to carry oil and a funnel at all times to avoid engine damage. Despite proper maintenance, the engine failed and required replacement on March 27, 2025, at a cost of $11,879.28. The replacement engine includes a 3‑year or 100,000‑mile warranty, but it is the same Ecotec design. Approximately one month after the replacement engine was installed, I experienced another incident requiring service. This occurred despite the engine being brand new and under warranty, raising concerns that the defect may still be present and that the vehicle may remain at risk of sudden failure. This sudden oil loss and subsequent incident created a safety hazard, as the engine could have seized while driving. I am submitting this complaint so NHTSA can track the defect and evaluate whether further investigation or recall expansion is needed.
Safety Rating for the 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
The 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
| Test Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overall Rating | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Frontal Crash | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
| Side Crash | ★★★★★ (5/5) |
| Rollover | ★★★★☆ (4/5) |
Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
General Motors, LLC has issued 50 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
05-00-89-072E — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This service bulletin provides the technician with additional information on fuels, fuel additives and fuel management.
18NA072 — ENGINE
This technical bulletin provides a procedure to inspect the fuel system and replace the high pressure fuel pump if faulty for a Reduced Engine Power, MIL On, DTC P228C condition.
PIP5640 — ENGINE
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician to not remove the torque converter bolts and start the engine as this may cause damage to the torque converter of the crankshaft on vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission.
PIE0433A — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
This engineering informational bulletin is requesting information from the field on vehicles that have the condition of Engineering Information ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) On DTCs P0171 Fuel Trim System Lean Bank 1 and/or P0174 Fuel Trim System Lean Bank 2.
PI-1067B — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) Light On, Reduced Power Mode, DTC Set, Poor Performance/Shifts In rare cases, some customers may comment that the malfunction indicator lamp is on, poor performance and reduced power mode on. Technicians may find DTC P0641 or various others set. Not all of the effects listed may...
PI-1043D — STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
Information on Opening Hood When Hood Primary Latch Release Cable is Inoperative Some customers or dealer personnel may comment that the inside hood release cable is not functioning and they are unable to open the hood.
PIP5191B — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a ticking noise on cold start after sitting more than 6 hours. Technician will inspect the oil pump pick-up tube to block seal being compressed. It the seal is compressed replace the seal and retest.
PIT4915E — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
This Preliminary Information communication advises the technician that vehicles built with Regular Production Option Code (UW6) the subwoofer is only used for the Active Noise Cancellation.
PIT4915D — EQUIPMENT
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
PIT4916F — EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have may a helicopter type noise when a rear window is lowered. This is a normal characteristic of this vehicle, but the concern can be minimized by lowering a front door glass approximately 1 to 2 inches.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
NHTSA has opened 1 investigation into potential safety defects in the 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX.
Investigation RQ18002 — VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES Closed
Opened:
Windshield Wiper Transmission Failure
Other Model Years of the CHEVROLET EQUINOX
- 2009 CHEVROLET EQUINOX — 150 complaints
- 2010 CHEVROLET EQUINOX — 1,113 complaints
- 2011 CHEVROLET EQUINOX — 1,132 complaints
- 2012 CHEVROLET EQUINOX — 939 complaints
- 2013 CHEVROLET EQUINOX — 979 complaints
- 2014 CHEVROLET EQUINOX (current)
- 2015 CHEVROLET EQUINOX — 835 complaints
- 2016 CHEVROLET EQUINOX — 483 complaints
- 2017 CHEVROLET EQUINOX — 357 complaints
- 2018 CHEVROLET EQUINOX — 532 complaints
- 2019 CHEVROLET EQUINOX — 389 complaints
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