Is the 2015 Chevrolet Equinox a good car?
An honest AI verdict — reliability, common problems, and real cost to own.
B-7.2/10
A reliable choice if you stick with regular maintenance and address oil consumption issues early.
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Pros
- Spacious interior and cargo space
- Comfortable ride
- Good fuel economy for its class
Cons
- Mediocre base engine power
- Susceptible to mechanical issues with high mileage
- Below-average interior quality for the segment
Ownership at a glance
Fuel economy (combined)
26 mpg
Maintenance cost
$500/yr
Expected lifespan
150,000 miles
Common problems to watch for
- Excessive oil consumption
- Timing chain wear
- Transmission slipping
- Frequent Check Engine Light with codes for the O2 sensor
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Active recalls (2)
The 2015 Chevrolet Equinox has 2 NHTSA recalls on record. Most recent: Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer — Motor (campaign 22V165000). All recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
- Air Bags — Side/Window — General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags …
- Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer — Motor — 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.…
Recall data: NHTSA. Updated 2026-07-05.
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