2016 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2016 Subaru Forester
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 | 2016 Chevrolet Equinox | 2016 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 392 | 408 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,243 | 445 |
| Investigations | 2 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–26 | 25–27 |
| Median reported mileage | 67,903 mi | 39,884 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Equinox | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 200 | 60 |
| Visibility/wiper | 111 | 20 |
| Electrical System | 24 | 93 |
| Air Bags | 12 | 96 |
| Power Train | 26 | 49 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 37 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 19 | 24 |
| Service Brakes | 5 | 29 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 52 | 30 |
| Oil consumption | 51 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 36 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 15 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 18 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 6 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 7 |
2016 Chevrolet Equinox
2016 Subaru Forester
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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.