1997 Chevrolet Venture vs 1997 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1997 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 432 | 1,731 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 96 | 369 |
| Investigations | 8 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 156 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 53 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 14–18 |
| Median reported mileage | 78,000 mi | 100,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Venture | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 13 | 669 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 85 | 198 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | 202 |
| Electrical System | 53 | 80 |
| Power Train | 24 | 104 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 41 | 83 |
| Visibility | 32 | 90 |
| Suspension | 12 | 105 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 22 | 71 |
| Overheating | 22 | 15 |
| Steering problems | 20 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 69 |
| Shifting problems | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 25 |
1997 Chevrolet Venture
1997 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.