2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2010 Lincoln MKX
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Lincoln MKX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 784 | 111 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,687 | 34 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 15 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 19–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 89,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Equinox | Lincoln MKX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 271 | 4 |
| Power Train | 182 | 4 |
| Visibility/wiper | 132 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 57 | 54 |
| Electrical System | 81 | 3 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 49 | 0 |
| Steering | 44 | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 22 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 87 | 0 |
| 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 Lincoln MKX
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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.