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2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander

Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.

Metric2010 Chevrolet Equinox2010 Mitsubishi Outlander
NHTSA complaints78460
Recall campaigns310
Service bulletins (TSBs)1,687115
Investigations30
Crash reports154
Fire reports90
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)20–2620–24
Median reported mileage80,000 mi65,403 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentChevrolet EquinoxMitsubishi Outlander
Engine27112
Power Train1826
Visibility/wiper1325
Electrical System816
Air Bags575
Electronic Stability Control (esc)492
Steering441
Engine and Engine Cooling317

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 Mitsubishi Outlander

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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.