1994 Ford Explorer vs 1994 Jeep Cherokee
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 | 1994 Ford Explorer | 1994 Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,207 | 519 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 86 | 29 |
| Investigations | 8 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 109 | 54 |
| Fire reports | 83 | 12 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–18 | 15–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 99,999 mi | 115,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | Jeep Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 158 | 205 |
| Tires | 331 | 13 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 238 | 64 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 74 | 79 |
| Power Train | 86 | 38 |
| Electrical System | 75 | 21 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 51 | 38 |
| Visibility | 71 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 79 | 8 |
| Stalling | 41 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 39 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 20 | 28 |
| Electrical failures | 15 | 5 |
| Overheating | 11 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
1994 Ford Explorer
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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.