1999 Isuzu Trooper vs 1999 Subaru Forester
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 | 1999 Isuzu Trooper | 1999 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 81 | 131 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 20 | 42 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15 | 20–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 71,500 mi | 74,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Isuzu Trooper | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 56 | 25 |
| Power Train | 8 | 32 |
| Suspension | 2 | 25 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 18 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 4 |
| Steering | 4 | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 12 | 0 |
| Stalling | 11 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
1999 Isuzu Trooper
1999 Subaru Forester
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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.