Chevrolet Equinox vs Nissan Juke
For 2010–2017 models, the Nissan Juke has 22.0 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 26.1 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 (2010–2017), 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
26.1 complaints per 10,000 sold
1.2× the Nissan Juke’s rate
- Complaints
- 4,889
- Sold
- 1,870,311
- Recall campaigns
- 8
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2010. Fewest: 2017. 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 Juke
22.0 complaints per 10,000 sold
16% fewer than the Chevrolet Equinox
- Complaints
- 478
- Sold
- 217,026
- Recall campaigns
- 7
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2011–2013. Fewest: 2010. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Timing chain, guides and tensioners
Typically around 80,000 mi · repair $1,340–$2,500
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Stalling and no-start
Typically around 59,000 mi
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 75,000 mi
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Turbocharger and intercooler
Typically around 70,000 mi · repair $1,520–$2,820
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Fuel pump and sending unit
Typically around 45,000 mi · repair $630–$1,700
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Chevrolet Equinox or the Nissan Juke?
For 2010–2017 models, the Nissan Juke has 22.0 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Chevrolet Equinox has 26.1, 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 Juke?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Juke is timing chain, guides and tensioners, typically around 80,000 miles; the repair typically runs $1,340–$2,500.
Which Chevrolet Equinox and Nissan Juke years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Chevrolet Equinox: 2010; Nissan Juke: 2011–2013.
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.