1994 Jeep Cherokee vs 1994 Mercury Villager
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 1994 Mercury Villager |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 519 | 253 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 29 | 113 |
| Investigations | 8 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 54 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–19 | 17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 115,500 mi | 94,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Cherokee | Mercury Villager |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 205 | 7 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 79 | 91 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 64 | 22 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 51 |
| Power Train | 38 | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 35 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 38 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 11 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 28 | 0 |
| Stalling | 15 | 7 |
| Brake problems | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
1994 Jeep Cherokee
1994 Mercury Villager
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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.