2009 Chevrolet HHR vs 2009 Ford Explorer
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 | 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 2009 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 508 | 33 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,002 | 20 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 20 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–26 | 15–17 |
| Median reported mileage | 60,000 mi | 81,466 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet HHR | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 151 | 2 |
| Steering | 127 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 104 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 69 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 25 | 2 |
| Structure | 21 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 20 | 2 |
| Engine | 18 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 45 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 42 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 22 | 0 |
| Stalling | 20 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 12 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
2009 Chevrolet HHR
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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.