2017 Lincoln MKC vs 2017 Subaru Outback
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 Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 183 | 917 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 164 | 384 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 7 | 32 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–23 | 22–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,000 mi | 32,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln MKC | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 19 | 391 |
| Visibility/wiper | 3 | 205 |
| Engine | 105 | 43 |
| Power Train | 10 | 47 |
| Visibility | 0 | 30 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 28 |
| Structure | 1 | 26 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 23 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 41 | 5 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 34 | 0 |
| Overheating | 32 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 5 |
| Stalling | 6 | 42 |
| Won’t start | 6 | 46 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 127 |
2017 Lincoln MKC
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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.