2002 Jeep Liberty vs 2002 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 | 2002 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,808 | 32 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 94 | 8 |
| Investigations | 8 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 174 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–17 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 83,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Liberty | Toyota 4 Runner |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 546 | 3 |
| Suspension | 494 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 118 | 2 |
| Seat Belts | 110 | 1 |
| Structure | 108 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 85 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 88 | 0 |
| Power Train | 84 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 138 | 0 |
| Stalling | 86 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 50 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 40 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 37 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 30 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 18 | 0 |
| Overheating | 14 | 0 |
2002 Jeep Liberty
2002 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.