2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500 vs 2005 Subaru Outback
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 | 2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500 | 2005 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 24 | 273 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 132 | 244 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 13–15 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 68,000 mi | 84,597 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | GMC Yukon XL 1500 | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0 | 56 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 40 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 38 |
| Electrical System | 10 | 28 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 30 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 22 |
| Power Train | 4 | 17 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 16 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 0 | 27 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 17 |
| Stalling | 0 | 8 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 7 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500
2005 Subaru Outback
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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.