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2005 Ford Escape Hybrid vs 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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.

Metric2005 Ford Escape Hybrid2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
NHTSA complaints1782,051
Recall campaigns03
Service bulletins (TSBs)25117
Investigations21
Crash reports482
Fire reports024
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)27–2914–17
Median reported incident mileage103,500 mi80,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentFord Escape HybridJeep Grand Cherokee
Electrical System16927
Structure24405
Power Train8253
Latches/locks/linkages0163
Engine17134
Service Brakes3962
Air Bags295
Vehicle Speed Control388

Symptoms owners describe

Rust / corrosion350
Brake problems180
Stalling16282
Steering problems110
Clunking / rattling70
Hesitation / surging651
Vibration / shaking635
Overheating60
2005 Ford Escape Hybrid
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

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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.