1997 Ford Expedition vs 1997 Jeep Grand 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 | 1997 Ford Expedition | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 853 | 991 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 373 | 105 |
| Investigations | 7 | 7 |
| Crash reports | 52 | 112 |
| Fire reports | 74 | 17 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–15 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 120,000 mi | 118,811 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Expedition | Jeep Grand Cherokee |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 76 | 254 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 96 | 163 |
| Suspension | 138 | 43 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 89 | 81 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 16 | 150 |
| Electrical System | 95 | 56 |
| Steering | 94 | 47 |
| Fuel System, Other | 4 | 117 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 37 | 36 |
| Rust / corrosion | 32 | 19 |
| Stalling | 24 | 97 |
| Brake problems | 23 | 13 |
| Clunking / rattling | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 9 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 9 | 0 |
1997 Ford Expedition
1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Compare all Ford Expedition vs Jeep Grand Cherokee years →
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.