2001 Ford Escape vs 2001 Toyota 4 Runner
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 Ford Escape | 2001 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 996 | 31 |
| Recall campaigns | 13 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 158 | 13 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 76 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 58 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 16–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Escape | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 282 | 8 |
| Electrical System | 136 | 2 |
| Power Train | 128 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 122 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 107 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 63 | 1 |
| Steering | 58 | 1 |
| Structure | 54 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 243 | 5 |
| Loss of power | 43 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 35 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 34 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 23 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 23 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 21 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 19 | 0 |
2001 Ford Escape
2001 Toyota 4 Runner
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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.