1994 Jeep Cherokee vs 1994 Toyota 4 Runner
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 | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | 1994 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 519 | 52 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 29 | 2 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 54 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–19 | 13–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 115,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Cherokee | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 205 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 79 | 20 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 64 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 38 | 3 |
| Power Train | 38 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 35 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 21 | 0 |
| Steering | 13 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 28 | 0 |
| Stalling | 15 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 6 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 5 | 0 |
1994 Jeep Cherokee
1994 Toyota 4 Runner
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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.