2001 Jeep Wrangler vs 2001 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 | 2001 Jeep Wrangler | 2001 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 170 | 139 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 47 | 111 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 17 | 31 |
| Fire reports | 16 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–17 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 87,000 mi | 57,023 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 23 | 23 |
| Structure | 38 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 21 | 16 |
| Suspension | 21 | 15 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 12 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 29 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 40 | 0 |
| Stalling | 12 | 7 |
| Overheating | 9 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 12 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 11 |
2001 Jeep Wrangler
2001 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.