2007 Hummer H3 vs 2007 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 | 2007 Hummer H3 | 2007 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 237 | 129 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 822 | 195 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 18 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15 | 20–22 |
| Median reported mileage | 84,998 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hummer H3 | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 76 | 20 |
| Air Bags | 19 | 46 |
| Engine | 44 | 15 |
| Power Train | 19 | 9 |
| Structure | 21 | 5 |
| Visibility/wiper | 24 | 1 |
| Visibility | 20 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 17 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Won’t start | 20 | 0 |
| Stalling | 18 | 0 |
| Overheating | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 9 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 17 |
2007 Hummer H3
2007 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.