1995 Ford Explorer vs 1995 Toyota 4 Runner
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 | 1995 Ford Explorer | 1995 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 843 | 125 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 191 | 1 |
| Investigations | 6 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 86 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 32 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–18 | 13–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 122,000 mi | 104,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 205 | 10 |
| Power Train | 119 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 45 | 77 |
| Suspension | 93 | 2 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 81 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 75 | 6 |
| Seat Belts | 59 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 55 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 42 | 5 |
| 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 Toyota 4 Runner
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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.