2017 Jeep Wrangler vs 2017 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 | 2017 Jeep Wrangler | 2017 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 309 | 586 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 142 | 443 |
| Investigations | 3 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 19 | 40 |
| Fire reports | 21 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 24–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 24,377 mi | 31,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 26 | 164 |
| Electrical System | 45 | 106 |
| Visibility/wiper | 9 | 104 |
| Engine | 62 | 47 |
| Power Train | 50 | 44 |
| Service Brakes | 75 | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 33 |
| Steering | 19 | 25 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 19 | 29 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 18 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 9 |
| Won’t start | 7 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 60 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 5 | 0 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 26 |
2017 Jeep Wrangler
2017 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.