2009 Land Rover LR2 vs 2009 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 | 2009 Land Rover LR2 | 2009 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 30 | 105 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 13 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 122 | 186 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17 | 20–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 60,135 mi | 73,645 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Land Rover LR2 | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 23 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 30 |
| Electrical System | 5 | 23 |
| Engine | 2 | 15 |
| Suspension | 4 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 0 | 9 |
| Visibility/wiper | 0 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 8 |
| Stalling | 0 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 5 |
2009 Land Rover LR2
2009 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.