2014 Chevrolet Equinox Other or unknown Problems
- Complaints
- 42about this part
- Share
- 8%of 549 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 42 complaints about the other or unknown of the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox, 8% of the 549 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,000 miles. 4 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“During heavy rain, windshield wipers flew past straight up, and stopped working without warning. This caused a very dangerous situation because we were driving on an expressway after dark and could not see enough to continue moving. We had to inch along the shoulder for a mile to the nearest exit.”
NHTSA complaint #11338537, filed 2020-07, 82,500 miles“When I purchased this car this car new I noticed that the steering was very easy to turn. I had a discussion with a management person at the dealership and was not satisfied. I then wrote a letter to your president and I don't remember getting a reply. The problem with the steering is that it turns way too easily and does so at all speeds. I have on several occasions run off the road because of the light steering. …”
NHTSA complaint #11383458, filed 2020-12, 52,000 miles“2014 Equinox. Left trail and puddle of oil up to and into my customer's driveway. I had the vehicle towed and per the repair facility and then local chevy dealer this is a know problem . The pcv valve stuck due to moisture in the engine which caused the engine rear oil seal to blow out. 112k miles and perfect up to this point. My VIN # per dealership is not covered under warranty (as many online have also complained).”
NHTSA complaint #11298260, filed 2020-01, 112,000 miles“Wind sheild wipers stopped working in middle of a rain storm on freeway on april 7 2017.. While driving 65mph. Took to dealer and it the exact same part as a 2013 model recall on the same car. Trasmission of wipers stopped working .connect the dots same problem in 2013 and were recalled. Recall the 2014 now I was almost in a serious accident because of this wiper failure. I had to pay $350.00 to get fixed GM took no responiblity.”
NHTSA complaint #10979148, filed 2017-04, 105,000 miles“Purchased my pre-driven SUV 88 days ago. After pumping gas, I attempted to start my car & it wouldn't start. I turned off the radio, tried again because it was cold out it started but simultaneously the 'check engine light' canmr on. While idling at a traffic light less than a min later, it cut-off again! Another car was right behind me. I turned on my flashers & started up again. When attempting to pulling out of the parking lot at my next stop, it cut-off again! …”
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Other or unknown: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 16 | 20% |
| 2025 | 54 | 22% |
| 2024 | 12 | 14% |
| 2023 | 17 | 17% |
| 2022 | 15 | 8% |
| 2021 | 17 | 17% |
| 2020 | 47 | 15% |
| 2019 | 38 | 12% |
| 2018 | 57 | 14% |
| 2017 | 37 | 13% |
| 2016 | 32 | 8% |
| 2015 | 54 | 8% |
| 2014 | 42 | 8% |
| 2013 | 63 | 8% |
| 2012 | 54 | 8% |
| 2011 | 58 | 7% |
| 2010 | 53 | 7% |
| 2009 | 8 | 9% |
| 2008 | 25 | 7% |
| 2007 | 35 | 5% |
| 2006 | 64 | 9% |
| 2005 | 48 | 8% |
Other parts of the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox
219 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
185 complaintsElectrical system
46 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
40 complaintsFuel system
35 complaintsAir bags
29 complaintsSteering
18 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsElectronic stability control
15 complaintsBrakes
12 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsBody 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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology