2019 Ford Explorer vs 2019 Toyota 4RUNNER
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 | 2019 Ford Explorer | 2019 Toyota 4RUNNER |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 287 | 64 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 134 | 156 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–22 | 18 |
| Median reported mileage | 54,136 mi | 14,825 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | Toyota 4RUNNER |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 146 | 3 |
| Power Train | 34 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 8 |
| Engine | 18 | 6 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 7 |
| Steering | 9 | 10 |
| Suspension | 10 | 6 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 16 | 6 |
| Stalling | 14 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2019 Ford Explorer
2019 Toyota 4RUNNER
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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.