2014 Ford Explorer vs 2014 Infiniti QX80
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 | 2014 Ford Explorer | 2014 Infiniti QX80 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,672 | 20 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 130 | 155 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 32 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–23 | 16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Explorer | Infiniti QX80 |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 496 | 1 |
| Structure | 274 | 0 |
| Engine | 196 | 6 |
| Suspension | 102 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 100 | 3 |
| Power Train | 79 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 67 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 62 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 107 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 59 | 0 |
| Stalling | 36 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 35 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 23 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 21 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 17 | 0 |
| Overheating | 15 | 0 |
2014 Ford Explorer
2014 Infiniti QX80
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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.