Buick Enclave vs Chevrolet Equinox
For 2007–2022 models, the Chevrolet Equinox has 21.0 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 30.2 for the Buick Enclave. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2007–2022), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Buick Enclave
30.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.4× the Chevrolet Equinox’s rate
- Complaints
- 2,382
- Sold
- 789,492
- Recall campaigns
- 24
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2008–2010 and 2014. Fewest: 2007, 2019 and 2021–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 72,869 mi
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Power steering pump, rack and lines
Typically around 69,000 mi · repair $750–$2,230
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 70,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 78,414 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 70,000 mi
Chevrolet Equinox
21.0 complaints per 10,000 sold
30% fewer than the Buick Enclave
- Complaints
- 7,234
- Sold
- 3,440,519
- Recall campaigns
- 23
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2007–2008 and 2010. Fewest: 2017, 2019 and 2021–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Oil consumption and leaks
Typically around 98,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 64,000 mi
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 77,832 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 68,000 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 64,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Buick Enclave or the Chevrolet Equinox?
For 2007–2022 models, the Chevrolet Equinox has 21.0 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Buick Enclave has 30.2, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Buick Enclave?
The most-reported problem on the Buick Enclave is airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically around 72,869 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Chevrolet Equinox?
The most-reported problem on the Chevrolet Equinox is oil consumption and leaks, typically around 98,000 miles.
Which Buick Enclave and Chevrolet Equinox years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Buick Enclave: 2008–2010 and 2014; Chevrolet Equinox: 2007–2008 and 2010.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.