Ford Aerostar vs GMC Safari
The Ford Aerostar and the GMC Safari are rated the same on fuel economy: 17 MPG combined. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Aerostar | GMC Safari | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 83 | 200 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Wipers, windshield & visibility |
| Crashes and fires | 6 and 8 | 10 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 100,000 miles | 78,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 15 and 21 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,950 | $3,950 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 83 complaints for the Ford Aerostar and 200 for the GMC Safari. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Ford Aerostar, 4 for the GMC Safari.