1999 Subaru Forester vs 1999 Toyota 4RUNNER
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 Subaru Forester | 1999 Toyota 4RUNNER |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 131 | 220 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 42 | 49 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 16–19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 74,000 mi | 167,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Forester | Toyota 4RUNNER |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 3 | 111 |
| Suspension | 25 | 61 |
| Power Train | 32 | 17 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 25 | 3 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 4 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 5 | 13 |
| Steering | 3 | 14 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 5 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 119 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
1999 Subaru Forester
1999 Toyota 4RUNNER
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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.