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2022 Chevrolet Equinox vs 2021 Mazda CX-5

2021 Mazda CX-5 is the stronger next inspection based on decision and evidence confidence.

This is not a price recommendation. TireKick has no licensed price source or cited repair-cost delta for this comparison.

Third generation

2022 Chevrolet Equinox

Insufficient evidenceEvidence: Limited confidence

Insufficient evidence for a responsible candidate verdict.

Most immediate named issue
Tires safety campaign. high severity. No defensible mileage band.
First decisive check
Check the VIN for open NHTSA actions, then ask the inspector to test the named system and document the result.
Inspection items
1
Safety actions
1
EPA combined MPG
27.5
Price and cost delta
Withheld

First inspection moves

  1. 1Check the VIN for open NHTSA actions, then ask the inspector to test the named system and document the result.
clm_chevrolet-equinox-2022-recall-recall-21v612000-obs-37082022 Chevrolet EquinoxEvidence: Limited confidence

The official record describes a potential crash, fire, injury, or loss-of-control consequence.

“General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with certain Hankook tires. The tires may have been manufactured with an insufficient amount of curative agent, which could cause tread separation. Tread separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the tire DOT numbers, and replace any affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782; and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212343560.”
NHTSArecallMay 2021Open source record
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Second generation (KF)

2021 Mazda CX-5

BuyEvidence: Medium confidence

Evidence supports proceeding with a normal independent inspection.

Most immediate named issue
Sa266: Mazda Mobile Start (Mms) Cannot Communicate With Vehicle safety campaign. moderate severity. 12,125 to 84,500 mi.
First decisive check
Check the VIN for open NHTSA actions, then ask the inspector to test the named system and document the result.
Inspection items
1
Safety actions
0
EPA combined MPG
25.5
Price and cost delta
Withheld

First inspection moves

  1. 1Check the VIN for open NHTSA actions, then ask the inspector to test the named system and document the result.
clm_mazda-cx-5-2021-tsb-nhtsa-mc-10186263-sa266-2021-obs-224652021 Mazda CX-5Evidence: Medium confidence

The official record identifies a condition that deserves candidate-specific inspection and record verification.

“MAZDA Mobile start (MMS) cannot communicate with vehicle ”
NHTSAtsbDec 2016Open source record
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