1999 Ford Expedition vs 1999 GMC Jimmy
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 | 1999 Ford Expedition | 1999 GMC Jimmy |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 946 | 137 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 293 | 98 |
| Investigations | 5 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 52 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 77 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 12–14 | 14–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 99,084 mi | 80,520 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Expedition | GMC Jimmy |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 248 | 12 |
| Tires | 184 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 117 | 12 |
| Visibility | 123 | 3 |
| Power Train | 67 | 23 |
| Suspension | 52 | 26 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 59 | 2 |
| Steering | 32 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 53 | 5 |
| Vibration / shaking | 34 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 27 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 13 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 9 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 6 | 0 |
1999 Ford Expedition
1999 GMC Jimmy
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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.