Does the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox, including Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor; Air Bags › Side/Window. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

What are the most common 2015 Chevrolet Equinox problems?

Owners filed 680 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are visibility/wiper (250), engine (227), power train (63), electrical system (45).

How much does a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox cost to own for 5 years?

About $41,890 over 5 years ($698/month) at an estimated $10,250 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

2015 Chevrolet Equinox

The 2015 Chevrolet Equinox earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 61/100. Expect about $41,890 to own it for five years, or $698 a month. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 680 complaints.

Recalls: 2
Complaints: 680
5-yr cost: $42k
MPG (EPA): 19

Fair

Ownership Score

2015 Chevrolet Equinox vs nearby years

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2 recalls may apply

For the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. NHTSA matches recalls by model and year — confirm by VIN.

What's wrong: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail.
Risk: 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. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 21, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212352530.

Check recalls for this exact VIN at NHTSA

Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

5-year cost to own

Estimated $10,250 price, 20% down, 11.19% APR for 60 months (Experian avg.), 12,000 mi/yr.

$41,890

$698/month · $0.70/mile

Depreciation	$2,319
Insurance (national avg.)	$12,000
Fuel / charging	$10,580
Maintenance	$8,533
Repairs	$4,000
Loan interest	$2,843
Taxes & fees	$1,615

Estimate, not financial advice. How we calculate.

Owner complaints & safety

What real owners reported to NHTSA for this model year.

680 complaints24 involved a crash6 involved a fire

Visibility/Wiper250
Engine227
Power Train63
Unknown Or Other54
Electrical System45
Air Bags38

Complaint counts scale with how many were sold; compare against similar models.

NHTSA crash-test stars

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
Frontal: 4 out of 5 stars
Side: 5 out of 5 stars
Rollover: 4 out of 5 stars

Rated as: 2015 Chevrolet Equinox SUV AWD

What to check on a used 2015 Chevrolet Equinox

Ordered by what owners of this model year reported most. Reports are not proof of a defect.

Electrical and lights
- Test every window, lock, light and wiper.
- Watch for warning lights that stay on after start-up.
Engine and transmission
- Cold start: listen for knocking, ticking or rough running.
- Shifts should be smooth with no slipping or jerking.
Airbags
- The airbag light should come on at start-up and then go out.
- Ask for proof that any airbag recalls were completed.

If anything in a safety area feels wrong (brakes, steering, airbags, tires), stop driving and get it inspected before you buy or drive it further. Paste a VIN above for the full printable checklist.

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FAQ

Is the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox a good car to buy?: The 2015 Chevrolet Equinox earns a fair Throttlebook Ownership Score of 61/100. Expect about $41,890 to own it for five years, or $698 a month. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns that may apply, so check the exact VIN at nhtsa.gov before you buy. Owners have filed 680 complaints.
Does the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox have recalls?: NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox, including Visibility › Windshield Wiper/Washer › Motor; Air Bags › Side/Window. Recalls are matched by model year, so check your exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
What are the most common 2015 Chevrolet Equinox problems?: Owners filed 680 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are visibility/wiper (250), engine (227), power train (63), electrical system (45).
How much does a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox cost to own for 5 years?: About $41,890 over 5 years ($698/month) at an estimated $10,250 purchase price and 12,000 miles a year, including depreciation, insurance, fuel, maintenance, repairs, loan interest and taxes. Run a VIN report to personalize it.

Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP ratings; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data refreshed weekly. Complaint counts scale with sales volume.