2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs 2002 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 | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2002 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,476 | 32 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 98 | 8 |
| Investigations | 7 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 75 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 20 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–16 | 16 |
| Median reported mileage | 75,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 486 | 3 |
| Visibility | 323 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 153 | 4 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 146 | 5 |
| Seats | 91 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 85 | 2 |
| Power Train | 58 | 3 |
| Steering | 41 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 117 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 79 | 6 |
| Overheating | 49 | 0 |
| Stalling | 45 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 18 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 9 | 0 |
2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
2002 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.