2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2010 Jeep Compass
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 | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Jeep Compass |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 784 | 71 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,687 | 61 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 22–25 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Equinox | Jeep Compass |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 271 | 5 |
| Power Train | 182 | 4 |
| Visibility/wiper | 132 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 81 | 7 |
| Air Bags | 57 | 18 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 49 | 1 |
| Steering | 44 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 32 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 87 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 82 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 79 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 29 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 27 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 23 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 21 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 19 | 0 |
2010 Chevrolet Equinox
2010 Jeep Compass
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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.