1999 Ford Expedition vs 1999 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 | 1999 Ford Expedition | 1999 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 946 | 1,348 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 293 | 412 |
| Investigations | 5 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 52 | 115 |
| Fire reports | 77 | 44 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 12–14 | 14–18 |
| Median reported mileage | 99,084 mi | 83,350 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Expedition | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 184 | 370 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 248 | 100 |
| Visibility | 123 | 216 |
| Electrical System | 117 | 92 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 59 | 148 |
| Power Train | 67 | 115 |
| Suspension | 52 | 65 |
| Air Bags | 19 | 97 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 53 | 63 |
| Vibration / shaking | 34 | 41 |
| Rust / corrosion | 27 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 22 |
| Clunking / rattling | 13 | 20 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 9 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 6 | 0 |
1999 Ford Expedition
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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.