2014 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition | 2014 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 71 | 1,672 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 59 | 130 |
| Investigations | 0 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 10 | 32 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 18–23 |
| Median reported mileage | 90,000 mi | 70,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Expedition | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 0 | 496 |
| Structure | 6 | 274 |
| Engine | 10 | 196 |
| Power Train | 34 | 79 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 100 |
| Suspension | 3 | 102 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 67 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 62 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 6 | 17 |
| Stalling | 5 | 36 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 107 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 59 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 35 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 23 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 21 |
| Overheating | 0 | 15 |
2014 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.