1998 Chevrolet Venture vs 1998 Ford Expedition
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 | 1998 Chevrolet Venture | 1998 Ford Expedition |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 409 | 836 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 90 | 294 |
| Investigations | 7 | 5 |
| Crash reports | 27 | 43 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 73 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 13–15 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 110,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Venture | Ford Expedition |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 111 | 127 |
| Suspension | 8 | 144 |
| Electrical System | 31 | 115 |
| Steering | 36 | 52 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 78 |
| Power Train | 17 | 70 |
| Visibility | 23 | 59 |
| Exterior Lighting | 59 | 20 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 20 | 32 |
| Overheating | 14 | 6 |
| Steering problems | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 27 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 24 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 11 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 9 |
1998 Chevrolet Venture
1998 Ford Expedition
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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.