2002 Ford Explorer vs 2002 Toyota Sequoia
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 | 2002 Ford Explorer | 2002 Toyota Sequoia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 3,294 | 666 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 258 | 161 |
| Investigations | 7 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 144 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 57 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–17 | 14 |
| Median reported mileage | 79,300 mi | 114,075 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | Toyota Sequoia |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1,502 | 56 |
| Structure | 486 | 95 |
| Suspension | 421 | 50 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 152 | 135 |
| Steering | 155 | 78 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 196 |
| Air Bags | 162 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 148 | 42 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 138 | 16 |
| Shifting problems | 111 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 98 | 69 |
| Hesitation / surging | 77 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 74 | 8 |
| Airbag warning light | 66 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 61 | 16 |
| Rust / corrosion | 47 | 96 |
2002 Ford Explorer
2002 Toyota Sequoia
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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.