2016 Lincoln MKC vs 2016 Subaru Forester
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 22, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2016 Lincoln MKC | 2016 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 79 | 413 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 165 | 450 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 25–27 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 70,000 mi | 40,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln MKC | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 11 | 93 |
| Engine | 41 | 60 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 99 |
| Power Train | 11 | 50 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 37 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 29 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 24 |
| Steering | 5 | 19 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 15 | 6 |
| Overheating | 9 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 5 | 0 |
| Stalling | 0 | 30 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 19 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 18 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 16 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 11 |
2016 Lincoln MKC
2016 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.