2018 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2018 Ford Escape
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 | 2018 Chevrolet Equinox | 2018 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 395 | 1,755 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,336 | 173 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–32 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 27,225 mi | 81,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Equinox | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 84 | 1,116 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 339 |
| Power Train | 65 | 265 |
| Service Brakes | 114 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 58 | 53 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 32 | 42 |
| Steering | 15 | 32 |
| Structure | 17 | 19 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 41 | 546 |
| Stalling | 24 | 150 |
| Brake problems | 18 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 14 | 56 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 81 |
| Vibration / shaking | 11 | 126 |
| Won’t start | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
2018 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.