2011 Acura MDX vs 2011 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 | 2011 Acura MDX | 2011 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 70 | 651 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 16 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 59 | 329 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 23 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 20–24 |
| Median reported mileage | 70,000 mi | 89,118 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 8 | 216 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 117 |
| Engine | 28 | 85 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 73 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 67 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 67 |
| Steering | 1 | 36 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 13 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 84 |
| Stalling | 0 | 192 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 28 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 27 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 20 |
| Overheating | 0 | 15 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 14 |
2011 Acura MDX
2011 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.