Buick Encore vs Chevrolet Equinox
For 2013–2022 models, the Buick Encore has 10.2 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 14.9 for the Chevrolet Equinox. 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 (2013–2022), 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 Encore
10.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
32% fewer than the Chevrolet Equinox
- Complaints
- 598
- Sold
- 588,707
- Recall campaigns
- 13
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 1
Most complaints: 2013 and 2015. Fewest: 2020–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Turbocharger and intercooler
Typically around 75,450 mi · repair $1,520–$2,820
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 29,500 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 24,000 mi
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 50,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 27,000 mi
Chevrolet Equinox
14.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.5× the Buick Encore’s rate
- Complaints
- 3,906
- Sold
- 2,617,647
- Recall campaigns
- 19
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
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 Encore or the Chevrolet Equinox?
For 2013–2022 models, the Buick Encore has 10.2 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Chevrolet Equinox has 14.9, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Buick Encore?
The most-reported problem on the Buick Encore is turbocharger and intercooler, typically around 75,450 miles; the repair typically runs $1,520–$2,820.
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 Encore and Chevrolet Equinox years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Buick Encore: 2013 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.