2010 Lincoln MKT 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 Lincoln MKT | 2010 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 65 | 262 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 17 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 33 | 229 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 21–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,444 mi | 68,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln MKT | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 1 | 76 |
| Engine | 11 | 34 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 42 |
| Steering | 28 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 24 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 28 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 13 |
| Power Train | 8 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Steering problems | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 18 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 14 |
| Stalling | 0 | 9 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 7 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 5 |
| Overheating | 0 | 5 |
2010 Lincoln MKT
2010 Subaru Forester
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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.