2005 Porsche Cayenne vs 2005 Subaru Outback
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | 2005 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 32 | 273 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 403 | 244 |
| Investigations | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–15 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 66,000 mi | 84,597 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Porsche Cayenne | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 | 56 |
| Air Bags | 4 | 38 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 40 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 28 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 30 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 10 | 13 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 16 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 22 |
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 Porsche Cayenne
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.