2008 Porsche Cayenne vs 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | 2008 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 27 | 226 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 395 | 198 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 15–16 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,437 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Porsche Cayenne | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 0 | 104 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 34 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 30 |
| Engine | 6 | 14 |
| Power Train | 6 | 12 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 15 |
| Suspension | 2 | 12 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 50 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 20 |
| Stalling | 0 | 11 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 8 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 8 |
2008 Porsche Cayenne
2008 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.