2014 Buick Enclave vs 2014 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 | 2014 Buick Enclave | 2014 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 291 | 1,672 |
| Recall campaigns | 7 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,565 | 130 |
| Investigations | 2 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 32 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 18–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 62,700 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Buick Enclave | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 11 | 496 |
| Structure | 5 | 274 |
| Air Bags | 204 | 47 |
| Engine | 17 | 196 |
| Electrical System | 27 | 100 |
| Suspension | 2 | 102 |
| Power Train | 21 | 79 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 67 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 23 | 35 |
| Check engine light | 10 | 17 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 23 |
| Stalling | 7 | 36 |
| Steering problems | 6 | 107 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 59 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 21 |
| Overheating | 0 | 15 |
2014 Buick Enclave
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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.