2014 Ford Explorer vs 2014 GMC Acadia
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 Explorer | 2014 GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,672 | 461 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 130 | 1,571 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 32 | 15 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 18–19 |
| Median reported mileage | 70,000 mi | 61,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 496 | 26 |
| Air Bags | 47 | 245 |
| Structure | 274 | 8 |
| Engine | 196 | 45 |
| Electrical System | 100 | 90 |
| Power Train | 79 | 34 |
| Suspension | 102 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 62 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 107 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 59 | 15 |
| Stalling | 36 | 45 |
| Airbag warning light | 35 | 43 |
| Vibration / shaking | 23 | 14 |
| Clunking / rattling | 21 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 18 |
| Overheating | 15 | 0 |
2014 Ford Explorer
2014 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.