2005 Saab 9-7X 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 Saab 9-7X | 2005 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 25 | 273 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 545 | 244 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 19–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 91,000 mi | 84,597 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Saab 9-7X | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 | 56 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 40 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 38 |
| Exterior Lighting | 8 | 30 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 28 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 22 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 16 |
| Power Train | 0 | 17 |
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 Saab 9-7X
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.