2015 Chevrolet Equinox Problems
What owners have reported about the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox, which problems come up most, at what mileage, and which recalls to check.
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
Is the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox a good year?
It's one of the worst years for the Equinox. Owners have filed 680 complaints with NHTSA, the 5th most of 19 Equinox model years. The most reported problems involve the wipers and visibility, engine and transmission.
680 complaints 2 recalls 5th worst of 19 Equinox years
Top 2015 Chevrolet Equinox problems
Wiper and visibility problems
278 complaints (41%) name the wipers and visibility, most often the windshield wiper / washer and motor.
Engine problems
231 complaints (34%) name the engine, most often the manifold / header / muffler / tail pipe and crankcase (PCV).
Transmission problems
63 complaints (9%) name the transmission, most often the transfer case (4-WHEEL DRIVE) and control module (TCM / PCM / TECM).
Electrical problems
45 complaints (7%) name the electrical system.
Which parts fail most
Share of complaints that name each system. One complaint can name several.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (410 of 680). The amber line is the middle value, about 75,000 miles.
When problems were reported
Complaints by the year the problem happened.
2015 Chevrolet Equinox recalls
Motor
The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail. Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the wiper module, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge.
Recall 22V165000 · Mar 2022Side / window
The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its deployment. 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 the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death. Additionally, if the air bag does not properly inflate, the driver or passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge.
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Equinox years to avoid
Total NHTSA complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so their totals will keep climbing. See the full comparison.
2015 Chevrolet Equinox problems by system
Common questions
Is the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox a reliable year?
It's one of the worst years for the Equinox. Owners have filed 680 complaints with NHTSA, the 5th most of 19 Equinox model years. The most reported problems involve the wipers and visibility, engine and transmission.
What are the most common 2015 Chevrolet Equinox problems?
Owners most often report problems with the wipers and visibility, engine, transmission and electrical system. 278 complaints (41%) name the wipers and visibility, most often the windshield wiper / washer and motor.
At what mileage do 2015 Chevrolet Equinox wipers and visibility problems start?
Reported mileage ranged widely, but most complaints fell between about 61,000–98,000 miles, with a middle value near 77,000 miles.
How many recalls does the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox have?
2. Motor (22V165000); Side / window (15V666000). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.
Should I buy a used 2015 Chevrolet Equinox?
Ask for service records covering the wipers and visibility, confirm the recall work was done, and compare with the 2026, 2024 and 2009 models, which have the fewest complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports. Counts include each complaint once per model year.