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2014 Chevrolet Equinox Brakes Problems

Complaints
12about this part
Share
2%of 549 total for the year
Median mileage
7,300miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the brakes of the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox, 2% of the 549 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 7,300 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“My 2014 Equinox uses 1.5 to 2.0 ots. Of oil every 1500 - 2000 miles. The engine oil sensor does not indicate any problems or low oil capicaty. My 2014 Equinox makes a loud roaring noise from the rear end on both sides and now will start to shake sometimes when driving, when I apply the brakes it makes a bumping sound”

NHTSA complaint #11318827, filed 2020-03, 35,000 miles

“This is an addendum that I posted on 3/3/2015 ( see complete report) regarding the crash alert system activating without reason. A week ago on a clear, sunny day, in the middle of the afternoon, without any obstacles or cars around, the red alert light went on and, instead of the brakes pulsating like in past incidences, the brakes applied themselves almost stopping the car before releasing. If a car had been behind us, there would have been a rear-end collision. I am waiting for a call from a GM representative regarding this matter. …”

NHTSA complaint #10706029, filed 2015-04, 7,300 miles

“I was driving my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox, purchased approximately 2 1/2 months ago brand new (now with approximately 2500 miles). As I was driving down a very busy road at 50-55 MPH, several warning lights came on - ABS, stabilitrak warning, service engine - and the car began to lose power. Luckily, I was able to get the car off the road. Eventually, the lights went off and the car began to drive normal . However, had this occurred on the interstate or if I hadn't been able to pull off the road, I feel the situation could have been much worse.”

NHTSA complaint #10640974, filed 2014-10, 2,500 miles

“The collison avoidence has been activatived 4-5 times. The red collison light and alarm have gone off when there has not been another vehicle in front or to the side. It feels like the either the brake is activated or as if somthing is falling out under the car. I have taken it in to the dealer and they cannot find anything.”

NHTSA complaint #10630185, filed 2014-09, 2,000 miles

“Engine light came on followed by small lurching evrytime vehicle came to a stop. Lurching progressed to large movement. Car to mechanic computer indicated a sensor issue. Had this replaced. 1 week later everything repeated mechanic changes other sensor. Car fine for 2 months although engine light continues to turn off and on, computer continues to say sensor. Engine light goes off again immediately followed by significant return to lurching and then car stalls out . New terrible engine noise. Waiting for mechanic to have availability”

NHTSA complaint #11141545, filed 2018-10, 86,000 miles

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Brakes: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
20262025%
20252912%
20241315%
20231515%
202274%
202188%
202011336%
20198527%
201813332%
201793%
201662%
2015162%
2014122%
2013132%
2012132%
2011273%
2010233%
200933%
200882%
2007284%
20068512%
200510516%

Other parts of the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox

Engine
219 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
185 complaints
Electrical system
46 complaints
Other or unknown
42 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
40 complaints
Fuel system
35 complaints
Air bags
29 complaints
Steering
18 complaints
Vehicle speed control
18 complaints
Electronic stability control
15 complaints
Engine cooling
12 complaints
Body and structure
9 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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