2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2008 Ford Escape
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 | 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2008 Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 370 | 1,972 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 969 | 41 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 59 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19–32 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 76,000 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Equinox | Ford Escape |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 44 | 1,125 |
| Power Train | 16 | 329 |
| Electrical System | 65 | 135 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 175 |
| Air Bags | 110 | 31 |
| Service Brakes | 6 | 120 |
| Engine | 27 | 83 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 46 | 36 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 35 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 19 | 0 |
| Stalling | 14 | 92 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 34 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 133 |
| Steering problems | 8 | 233 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 61 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 156 |
2008 Chevrolet Equinox
2008 Ford Escape
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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.