2015 Chevrolet Equinox Reliability & Recall Report

Based on 2 NHTSA recalls and 680 owner complaints. All data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — free, no signup required.

37/100

Very High Reported Activity — 2015 Chevrolet Equinox

The 2015 Chevrolet Equinox shows very high recall and complaint activity in NHTSA data. Counts are raw and are higher for popular models, so see how we score this below. Review the issues and recalls carefully, and have the vehicle inspected before buying.

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NHTSA Recalls

2 recalls on record

680

Owner Complaints

Filed with NHTSA

Crash Reports

6 fire reports

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NHTSA Recalls — 2015 Chevrolet Equinox (2)

All recalls listed below must be repaired by an authorized Chevrolet dealer at no charge to the owner.

🔧 Air Bags: Side/Window

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of one or both of the side impact air bags, the air bag's inflator may rupture and the air bag may not properly inflate. The rupture could cause metal fragments to strike…

Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service…

NHTSA #15V666000

🔧 Visibility: Windshield Wiper/Washer: Motor

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…

NHTSA #22V165000

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Most Common Problems — 2015 Chevrolet Equinox

Based on 680 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Bars show relative complaint frequency.

Visibility/wiper

235

Engine

165

Power Train

Unknown Or Other

Electrical System

Air Bags

Visibility

Steering

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Chevrolet Equinox — Complaints by Year

A spike means more owner complaints were filed for that model year. The 2015 model year is highlighted.

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✅ Best model years: 2017 — Lowest complaint rates for this model.

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Frequently Asked Questions — 2015 Chevrolet Equinox

Is the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox reliable?

Based on NHTSA data, the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox has 2 recall campaigns and 680 owner complaints. This model year shows elevated recall or complaint activity — review the details and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How many recalls does the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox have?

The 2015 Chevrolet Equinox has 2 NHTSA recalls. Affected systems include: see recall details above. All recalls are repaired free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox?

The most commonly reported problems for the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox are: Visibility/wiper, Engine, Power Train, Unknown Or Other. See the complaint breakdown above for full details.

Is the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox safe to buy?

The 2015 Chevrolet Equinox has some safety and reliability items to review before buying. Ensure all 2 recalls are completed at a dealer. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent mechanic is strongly recommended.

What year Chevrolet Equinox should I buy?

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the best years for the Chevrolet Equinox are: 2017. These show the lowest complaint rates.

How we score this: The score starts at 100 and subtracts points for the number of NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints filed for this model year, and for complaints that report crashes or fires. Newer model years get a small bonus because they have had less time to collect reports. These are raw counts and are not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, so popular models tend to have more recalls and complaints. Complaints are unverified owner reports. This grade is not a prediction about any individual vehicle and is not an inspection: check a specific car’s VIN for open recalls and get an independent pre-purchase inspection.

Data source: All recall and complaint data is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public API. Data is cached and refreshed every 7 days. Recall and complaint counts reflect data available at the time of last cache update. For the most current recall status on a specific vehicle, enter the VIN above or visit NHTSA.gov/recalls.