Chevrolet Equinox vs Dodge Journey
For 2008–2021 models, the Chevrolet Equinox has 20.5 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 55.4 for the Dodge Journey. 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 (2008–2021), 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.
Chevrolet Equinox
20.5 complaints per 10,000 sold
63% fewer than the Dodge Journey
- Complaints
- 6,438
- Sold
- 3,138,895
- Recall campaigns
- 20
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2008 and 2010. Fewest: 2009, 2017, 2019 and 2021. 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
Dodge Journey
55.4 complaints per 10,000 sold
2.7× the Chevrolet Equinox’s rate
- Complaints
- 5,500
- Sold
- 992,222
- Recall campaigns
- 23
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2009–2010 and 2015. Fewest: 2008 and 2019–2021. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 76,719 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 75,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 64,800 mi
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Pads and rotors
Typically around 22,200 mi · repair $330–$620
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Wiring harness, grounds and connectors
Typically around 75,000 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Equinox or the Dodge Journey?
For 2008–2021 models, the Chevrolet Equinox has 20.5 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Dodge Journey has 55.4, counting the same model years for both.
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.
What is the most common problem on the Dodge Journey?
The most-reported problem on the Dodge Journey is body control and other modules, typically around 76,719 miles.
Which Chevrolet Equinox and Dodge Journey years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chevrolet Equinox: 2008 and 2010; Dodge Journey: 2009–2010 and 2015.
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.