2013 Ford Expedition vs 2013 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 | 2013 Ford Expedition | 2013 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 92 | 2,228 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 72 | 139 |
| Investigations | 1 | 6 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 44 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 18–23 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 90,500 mi | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Expedition | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 834 |
| Structure | 0 | 436 |
| Engine | 10 | 224 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 163 |
| Power Train | 43 | 119 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 120 |
| Suspension | 5 | 79 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 67 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 14 | 41 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 181 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 129 |
| Stalling | 0 | 57 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 52 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 39 |
| Overheating | 0 | 30 |
| Water leaks | 0 | 28 |
2013 Ford Expedition
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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.