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2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML350

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2010 Chevrolet Equinox2010 Mercedes-Benz ML350
NHTSA complaints784101
Recall campaigns33
Service bulletins (TSBs)1,68783
Investigations31
Crash reports154
Fire reports92
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)20–2618
Median reported incident mileage80,000 mi67,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet EquinoxMercedes-Benz ML350
Engine2715
Power Train1820
Visibility/wiper1320
Air Bags5767
Electrical System8110
Electronic Stability Control (esc)490
Steering444
Fuel/propulsion System321

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling870
Check engine light820
Oil consumption790
Clunking / rattling290
Loss of power270
Vibration / shaking230
Airbag warning light210
Misfire / rough idle190
2010 Chevrolet Equinox
2010 Mercedes-Benz ML350

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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.