2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
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.
| Metric | 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 781 | 682 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,765 | 1,845 |
| Investigations | 3 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 30 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 19–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 82,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Equinox | Chevrolet Equinox |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 386 | 354 |
| Power Train | 145 | 84 |
| Visibility/wiper | 69 | 121 |
| Electrical System | 74 | 69 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 61 | 54 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 55 | 26 |
| Steering | 43 | 36 |
| Air Bags | 52 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 140 | 105 |
| Oil consumption | 112 | 135 |
| Check engine light | 98 | 67 |
| Loss of power | 42 | 16 |
| Clunking / rattling | 36 | 26 |
| Hesitation / surging | 28 | 18 |
| Vibration / shaking | 28 | 28 |
| Airbag warning light | 18 | 0 |
2011 Chevrolet Equinox
2012 Chevrolet Equinox
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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.