2017 Lincoln MKC vs 2017 Subaru Forester
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 | 2017 Lincoln MKC | 2017 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 183 | 581 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 164 | 438 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 39 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 24–28 |
| Median reported mileage | 63,000 mi | 31,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln MKC | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 3 | 162 |
| Engine | 105 | 46 |
| Electrical System | 19 | 105 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 103 |
| Power Train | 10 | 44 |
| Seats | 2 | 32 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 33 |
| Steering | 2 | 24 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 41 | 8 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 34 | 0 |
| Overheating | 32 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 16 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 8 |
| Stalling | 6 | 29 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 59 |
2017 Lincoln MKC
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.