2010 Ford Flex vs 2010 Subaru Forester
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 | 2010 Ford Flex | 2010 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 139 | 262 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 17 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 37 | 229 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–20 | 21–22 |
| Median reported mileage | 72,997 mi | 68,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Flex | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 76 |
| Engine | 30 | 34 |
| Air Bags | 8 | 42 |
| Steering | 32 | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 28 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 10 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 9 |
| Loss of power | 8 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 14 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 5 |
| Brake problems | 5 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 18 |
2010 Ford Flex
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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.