How many electrical complaints does the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox have?

NHTSA lists 48 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Equinox, which is 9% of the 548 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox electrical system?

No related recall is listed in this data for the Electrical System on the 2014 Equinox.

At what mileage do 2014 Equinox electrical problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2014 Equinox is 62,000 miles.

What electrical issues do owners report most on the 2014 Equinox?

Owners most frequently report an ignition key or switch that overheats after driving and sudden loss of engine power or stalling while underway.

Were there any fires linked to the 2014 Equinox electrical complaints?

Yes, NHTSA data for this component and year shows 2 fires and 1 injury among the 48 complaints, and 1 crash.

2014 Chevrolet Equinox Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 48 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox, 9% of its 548 total complaints for the year. Owners most often reported an overheating ignition key/switch and sudden loss of power while driving, with a median failure mileage of 62,000. No related recall is listed in this data.

Electrical System complaints: 48; 9% of 548
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 2
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 62,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report the ignition key and metal switch becoming hot to the touch after driving, sometimes even when the vehicle is off.
Several owners describe the engine suddenly losing power or stalling at highway speed, with the dash showing a loss-of-power or reduce engine power warning.
Some owners report the vehicle shutting off unexpectedly while driving, with dealers pointing to a faulty battery or OnStar system.
One owner reported a phone charger and USB port overheating and igniting a fire when plugged in.
One owner reported an unexplained warning chime with no corresponding dashboard light or explanation in the manual.

When 2014 Chevrolet Equinox electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 18, 2014, latest Sep 23, 2026.

48 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2014 to Sep 2026; peak Apr 2025 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Equinox model year

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

2005168 (26%)
2006148 (21%)
2007114 (17%)
200883 (22%)
200924 (26%)
201083 (11%)
201175 (10%)
201274 (11%)
201373 (10%)
201448 (9%)
201546 (7%)
201626 (7%)
201721 (8%)
201867 (16%)
201947 (16%)
202045 (15%)
202120 (21%)
202222 (13%)
202312 (13%)
202418 (23%)
202584 (37%)

Frequently asked questions

How many electrical complaints does the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox have?: NHTSA lists 48 Electrical System complaints for the 2014 Equinox, which is 9% of the 548 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Chevrolet Equinox electrical system?: No related recall is listed in this data for the Electrical System on the 2014 Equinox.
At what mileage do 2014 Equinox electrical problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2014 Equinox is 62,000 miles.
What electrical issues do owners report most on the 2014 Equinox?: Owners most frequently report an ignition key or switch that overheats after driving and sudden loss of engine power or stalling while underway.
Were there any fires linked to the 2014 Equinox electrical complaints?: Yes, NHTSA data for this component and year shows 2 fires and 1 injury among the 48 complaints, and 1 crash.