2013 Ford Explorer vs 2013 GMC Acadia
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.
| Metric | 2013 Ford Explorer | 2013 GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 2,228 | 134 |
| Recall campaigns | 11 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 139 | 1,691 |
| Investigations | 6 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 44 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 11 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 18–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 78,000 mi | 84,197 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 834 | 8 |
| Structure | 436 | 5 |
| Engine | 224 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 163 | 38 |
| Power Train | 119 | 27 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 120 | 5 |
| Suspension | 79 | 1 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 67 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 181 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 129 | 8 |
| Stalling | 57 | 14 |
| Rust / corrosion | 52 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 41 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 39 | 6 |
| Overheating | 30 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 28 | 0 |
2013 Ford Explorer
2013 GMC Acadia
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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.