2001 Chevrolet Venture vs 2001 Mercury Villager
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 | 2001 Chevrolet Venture | 2001 Mercury Villager |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 222 | 20 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 394 | 33 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 57,621 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Venture | Mercury Villager |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 44 | 1 |
| Power Train | 30 | 1 |
| Structure | 25 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 0 |
| Equipment | 16 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 3 |
| Visibility | 17 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 0 |
| Overheating | 15 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
2001 Chevrolet Venture
2001 Mercury Villager
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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.