1995 Ford Explorer vs 1995 Kia Sportage
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 | 1995 Ford Explorer | 1995 Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 843 | 56 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 191 | 8 |
| Investigations | 6 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 86 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 32 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–18 | 18–19 |
| Median reported mileage | 122,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | Kia Sportage |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 205 | 2 |
| Power Train | 119 | 4 |
| Suspension | 93 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 81 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 75 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 59 | 11 |
| Electrical System | 55 | 8 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 45 | 14 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 42 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 26 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 14 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 10 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
1995 Ford Explorer
1995 Kia Sportage
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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.