2015 Lincoln MKC vs 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek
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 | 2015 Lincoln MKC | 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 130 | 77 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 151 | 229 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 26–31 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 49,000 mi | 37,801 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln MKC | Subaru XV Crosstrek |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 33 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 15 |
| Power Train | 18 | 17 |
| Back Over Prevention | 15 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 12 | 2 |
| Structure | 6 | 5 |
| Air Bags | 5 | 4 |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 12 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 8 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 5 | 0 |
2015 Lincoln MKC
2015 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.