2020 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2020 Ford Escape
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 24, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Chevrolet Equinox | 2020 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 306 | 1,596 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 23 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 851 | 271 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 20 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–28 | 26–41 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 27,500 mi | 46,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Equinox | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 6 | 670 |
| Power Train | 39 | 236 |
| Engine | 87 | 120 |
| Electrical System | 41 | 157 |
| Service Brakes | 97 | 33 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 50 | 75 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 118 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 14 | 66 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 41 | 61 |
| Stalling | 32 | 43 |
| Vibration / shaking | 18 | 33 |
| Brake problems | 14 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 13 | 25 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 26 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 37 |
2020 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.