1994 Ford Explorer vs 1995 Ford Explorer
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 | 1994 Ford Explorer | 1995 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,207 | 843 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 86 | 191 |
| Investigations | 8 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 109 | 86 |
| Fire reports | 83 | 32 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–18 | 15–18 |
| Median reported mileage | 99,999 mi | 122,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 331 | 205 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 238 | 75 |
| Power Train | 86 | 119 |
| Structure | 158 | 39 |
| Suspension | 65 | 93 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 51 | 81 |
| Electrical System | 75 | 55 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 74 | 45 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 79 | 26 |
| Stalling | 41 | 42 |
| Brake problems | 39 | 14 |
| Rust / corrosion | 20 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 15 | 7 |
| Overheating | 11 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 8 |
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.