Chevrolet Equinox vs Nissan Armada
For 2005–2022 models, the Chevrolet Equinox has 22.4 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 30.9 for the Nissan Armada. 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 (2005–2022), 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
22.4 complaints per 10,000 sold
28% fewer than the Nissan Armada
- Complaints
- 8,236
- Sold
- 3,684,949
- 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
Nissan Armada
30.9 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.4× the Chevrolet Equinox’s rate
- Complaints
- 1,225
- Sold
- 395,902
- Recall campaigns
- 15
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2005–2006 and 2008. Fewest: 2012, 2016 and 2021–2022. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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ABS module and wheel speed sensors
Typically around 92,000 mi · repair $660–$1,260
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Master cylinder and booster
Typically around 75,385 mi
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 49,970 mi
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Fuel pump and sending unit
Typically around 115,000 mi · repair $630–$1,700
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 102,016 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Equinox or the Nissan Armada?
For 2005–2022 models, the Chevrolet Equinox has 22.4 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Nissan Armada has 30.9, 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 Nissan Armada?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Armada is abs module and wheel speed sensors, typically around 92,000 miles; the repair typically runs $660–$1,260.
Which Chevrolet Equinox and Nissan Armada years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chevrolet Equinox: 2006–2008 and 2010; Nissan Armada: 2005–2006 and 2008.
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.