2013 Acura MDX vs 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
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.
| Metric | 2013 Acura MDX | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 29 | 749 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 88 | 1,940 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 19–26 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Chevrolet Equinox |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 9 | 411 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 144 |
| Power Train | 4 | 80 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 69 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 43 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 25 |
| Steering | 3 | 19 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 0 | 150 |
| Stalling | 0 | 98 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 79 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 26 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 22 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 21 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 16 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 10 |
2013 Acura MDX
2013 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.