How many 2011 Chevrolet Equinox owners complained about visibility and wiper problems?

NHTSA lists 74 complaints in the Visibility & Wipers category for the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox, which is 9% of the 782 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox windshield or wipers?

No related recall is listed in the NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.

At what mileage do these visibility and wiper problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 110,143 miles.

Did the visibility and wiper issues cause any crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.

How does the 2011 Equinox compare to other years for this problem?

The 2011 model's 74 complaints and 9% share are lower than several other Equinox years, such as 2015 with 277 complaints and a 41% share.

2011 Chevrolet Equinox Visibility & Wipers Problems

NHTSA lists 74 Visibility & Wipers complaints for the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox, 9% of its 782 total complaints for the year. No related recall is listed. The median mileage at failure was 110,143 miles.

Visibility & Wipers complaints: 74; 9% of 782
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 110,143 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical visibility and wiper symptoms owners report

Rear window glass reportedly exploded outward with no prior chip or crack, sometimes at very low mileage shortly after purchase.
Windshield defroster and heater blend door reportedly failed to switch modes, leaving the windshield fogged and visibility reduced while driving.
Windshield wipers reportedly stopped working mid-drive, sometimes in heavy rain or snow, due to a failed wiper transmission or motor.
Wipers reportedly stopped in an upward position, blocking the driver's view during a storm.
Rear windows reportedly produced a loud abnormal noise when opened, which the dealer could not diagnose.

When 2011 Chevrolet Equinox visibility and wiper complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 28, 2011, latest Jan 29, 2026.

74 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2011 Q2 to 2026 Q1; peak 2016 Q1 (5).

Visibility & Wipers recalls for the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Visibility & Wipers complaints by Equinox model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200526 (4%)
2006126 (18%)
200716 (2%)
200815 (4%)
20096 (6%)
2010149 (19%)
201174 (9%)
2012127 (19%)
2013155 (21%)
2014185 (34%)
2015277 (41%)
2016120 (30%)
201712 (4%)
201816 (4%)
20195 (2%)
20201 (0%)
20212 (2%)
20223 (2%)
20230 (0%)
20246 (8%)
202530 (13%)

Frequently asked questions

How many 2011 Chevrolet Equinox owners complained about visibility and wiper problems?: NHTSA lists 74 complaints in the Visibility & Wipers category for the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox, which is 9% of the 782 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox windshield or wipers?: No related recall is listed in the NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
At what mileage do these visibility and wiper problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 110,143 miles.
Did the visibility and wiper issues cause any crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2011 Chevrolet Equinox lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.
How does the 2011 Equinox compare to other years for this problem?: The 2011 model's 74 complaints and 9% share are lower than several other Equinox years, such as 2015 with 277 complaints and a 41% share.