2026 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2026 Ford Explorer
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2026 Chevrolet Traverse | 2026 Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 34 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 14 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 138 | 51 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 2 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–22 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Traverse | Ford Explorer |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 7 | 9 |
| Engine | 4 | 6 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 5 | 3 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 2 |
| Power Train | 3 | 3 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 4 |
| Lane Departure | 2 | 3 |
| Seats | 0 | 5 |
2026 Chevrolet Traverse
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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.