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2024 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2024 Tesla Model Y

On the public data alone the Equinox edges it 3–1.

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2024 Chevrolet Equinox

The 2024 Chevrolet Equinox is sold in the U.S. as a electric and gas compact SUV with 4 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Equinox EV FWD,…

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2024 Tesla Model Y

The 2024 Tesla Model Y is sold in the U.S. as a electric compact SUV with 5 EPA-rated configurations. Its longest-range version, the Model Y Long Range RWD, is …

2024 Chevrolet Equinox2024 Tesla Model Y
SegmentCompact SUVCompact SUV
PowertrainsElectric, GasElectric
Best EV range (mi)319320
Best combined mpg28—
Safety Signal8660
NHTSA recalls25
Critical recalls00
Owner complaints182315
NHTSA overall stars55

Green cells mark the better value on that row. Complaint counts scale with sales volume; treat them as a pattern signal, not a verdict. Sources: EPA, NHTSA.

Recalls at a glance

Source: NHTSA

Equinox

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Forward Collision Avoidance

N252527170
23,700 vehiclesElectric only
ProblemGeneral Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles. The pedestrian alert sound system may not produce a sufficient change in volume between the vehicle being stopped and moving at low speeds. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 141, "Minimum Sound Requirements for Hybrid and Electric Vehicles."RiskA vehicle that fails to make sufficient sound may result in pedestrians being unaware of an approaching vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.FixThe vehicle's body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2025. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N252527170.
NHTSA campaign 25V639000reported Sep 25, 2025General Motors, LLC
▲high

Structure

N232429911
265 vehicles
ProblemGeneral Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Blazer, Blazer EV, Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The door strikers may fracture, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly.RiskA door opening while the vehicle is being driven can increasing the risk of injury or a crash.FixDealers will replace all four door strikers and attaching bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232429911.
NHTSA campaign 23V869000reported Dec 21, 2023General Motors, LLC

Model Y

▲high

Electrical System

SB-25-00-001
239,382 vehicles
ProblemTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Model 3, Model S, 2023-2025 Model X, and Model Y vehicles. The computer circuit board may short, resulting in the loss of the rearview camera image. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."RiskA rearview camera that does not display an image reduces the driver's rear view, increasing the risk of a crash.FixTesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Tesla will also identify any vehicles that experienced a circuit board failure, or stress that may lead to a circuit board failure, and replace the affected computers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 7, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-25-00-001.
NHTSA campaign 25V002000reported Jan 6, 2025Tesla, Inc.
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Tires

SB-24-00-018
696,281 vehicles
ProblemTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Cybertruck, 2017-2025 Model 3, and 2020-2025 Model Y vehicles. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light may not remain illuminated between drive cycles, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."RiskDriving with improperly inflated tires increases the risk of a crash.FixTesla released an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 15, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-00-018.
NHTSA campaign 24V935000reported Dec 17, 2024Tesla, Inc.
▲high

Seats

SB-24-13-004
27 vehicles
ProblemTesla, Inc. (Tesla) is recalling certain 2024 Model Y vehicles. The weld attaching the seat recliner mechanism to the front seat backs may fail.RiskThe seat back frame may not properly restrain the occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.FixTesla service will replace the seat assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2025. Owners may contact Tesla customer service at 1-877-798-3752. Tesla's number for this recall is SB-24-13-004.
NHTSA campaign 24V886000reported Nov 22, 2024Tesla, Inc.