2019 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2019 Ford Escape
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2019 Chevrolet Equinox | 2019 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 301 | 586 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,004 | 128 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 22 | 24 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–32 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 14,000 mi | 64,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Equinox | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 100 | 308 |
| Power Train | 36 | 125 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 92 |
| Electrical System | 43 | 37 |
| Service Brakes | 67 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 40 | 15 |
| Steering | 9 | 16 |
| Air Bags | 11 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 41 | 158 |
| Stalling | 21 | 40 |
| Loss of power | 20 | 23 |
| Hesitation / surging | 14 | 24 |
| Brake problems | 13 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 39 |
| Overheating | 0 | 116 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 0 | 82 |
2019 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.