2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2006 Chevrolet HHR
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Chevrolet HHR |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 695 | 1,006 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 691 | 758 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 47 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 22–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,500 mi | 71,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Equinox | Chevrolet HHR |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 34 | 458 |
| Electrical System | 141 | 222 |
| Visibility | 247 | 13 |
| Structure | 22 | 119 |
| Power Train | 31 | 82 |
| Engine | 68 | 39 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 60 | 34 |
| Service Brakes | 63 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Overheating | 28 | 0 |
| Stalling | 22 | 70 |
| Vibration / shaking | 18 | 37 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 22 |
| Clunking / rattling | 12 | 12 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 45 |
| Won’t start | 10 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 10 | 32 |
2006 Chevrolet Equinox
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.