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2014 Chevrolet Equinox
Solid pick. The public record on this car is clean for its age — inspect it, then negotiate with confidence.
543 owner complaints · 1 recalls · data verified July 10, 2026 · source: NHTSA
Why buy?
Engine problems dominate (40% of complaints, typically reported near 55k miles).
The math, shown
Full methodology →Complaints filed per year
Fading = early teething worked out. Climbing = problems aging in.
The road ahead
What breaks on a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox, plotted where owners report it happening.
Also reported (mileage varies): Airbags (29)
Mileage medians come from owners who mentioned an odometer reading in their NHTSA complaint — a rough guide, not a schedule.
Engine
40%215 complaints · typically near 55k mi · 23 in the last 2 years
“purchased a 2014 Chevy Equinox from Direct Auto Sales on 03/07/26, and I am currently experiencing serious issues with the vehicle after only 2 months of purchase I no…”
Visibility & wipers
34%185 complaints · typically near 64k mi · 1 in the last 2 years
“Wipers stopped working sounded like they were grinding when they stopped.”
Electrical system
8%45 complaints · typically near 8k mi · 6 in the last 2 years
“One computer shorted out of 22 on the car cause major repairs”
Transmission & drivetrain
7%40 complaints · typically near 63k mi · 6 in the last 2 years
“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. …”
Recalls (1)
Safety recall repairs are free at the brand’s franchised dealers. Before buying, run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and make the seller show the work was done.
Visibility · 22V165000
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.
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What owners say
Real owners of this exact model-year, shown separately from the NHTSA score — if they disagree, that’s worth knowing.