1997 Ford Expedition vs 1997 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 | 1997 Ford Expedition | 1997 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 853 | 122 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 373 | 30 |
| Investigations | 7 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 52 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 74 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–15 | 16–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 120,000 mi | 90,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Expedition | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 138 | 30 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 96 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 95 | 5 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 89 | 11 |
| Steering | 94 | 4 |
| Power Train | 76 | 14 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 79 | 4 |
| Tires | 36 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 37 | 11 |
| Rust / corrosion | 32 | 0 |
| Stalling | 24 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 23 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 9 | 0 |
| Water leaks | 9 | 0 |
1997 Ford Expedition
1997 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.