2014 Subaru Outback vs 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2014 Subaru Outback | 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 208 | 81 |
| Recall campaigns | 10 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 362 | 255 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 14 | 8 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 25–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 38,000 mi | 51,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Outback | Subaru XV Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 32 | 20 |
| Air Bags | 38 | 9 |
| Engine | 35 | 11 |
| Power Train | 25 | 13 |
| Service Brakes | 22 | 11 |
| Steering | 17 | 7 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 5 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Oil consumption | 15 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 14 | 0 |
| Stalling | 12 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
2014 Subaru Outback
2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek
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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.