2008 Subaru Outback vs 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
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 Subaru Outback | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 226 | 56 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 198 | 417 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 14–17 |
| Median reported mileage | 80,000 mi | 95,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Outback | Volkswagen Touareg |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 104 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 34 | 8 |
| Service Brakes | 30 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 23 |
| Exterior Lighting | 15 | 6 |
| Engine | 14 | 7 |
| Power Train | 12 | 3 |
| Suspension | 12 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 50 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 20 | 0 |
| Stalling | 11 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2008 Subaru Outback
2008 Volkswagen Touareg
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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.