Chevrolet Equinox vs Ford Edge
For 2006–2022 models, the Chevrolet Equinox has 22.0 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 72.2 for the Ford Edge. 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 (2006–2022), 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.
Chevrolet Equinox
22.0 complaints per 10,000 sold
70% fewer than the Ford Edge
- Complaints
- 7,827
- Sold
- 3,554,407
- Recall campaigns
- 23
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2006–2008 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
Ford Edge
72.2 complaints per 10,000 sold
3.3× the Chevrolet Equinox’s rate
- Complaints
- 13,736
- Sold
- 1,902,011
- Recall campaigns
- 40
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 3
Most complaints: 2008, 2011, 2013 and 2017. Fewest: 2006 and 2020–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Doors, windows, latches, seats and trim
Typically around 48,000 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 55,000 mi
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Head gasket and cylinder head
Typically around 76,000 mi · repair $1,620–$3,010
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Master cylinder and booster
Typically around 88,000 mi
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 70,500 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Equinox or the Ford Edge?
For 2006–2022 models, the Chevrolet Equinox has 22.0 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Ford Edge has 72.2, 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 Ford Edge?
The most-reported problem on the Ford Edge is doors, windows, latches, seats and trim, typically around 48,000 miles.
Which Chevrolet Equinox and Ford Edge years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chevrolet Equinox: 2006–2008 and 2010; Ford Edge: 2008, 2011, 2013 and 2017.
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.