2018 Lincoln MKC vs 2018 Subaru Outback
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 | 2018 Lincoln MKC | 2018 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 73 | 811 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 121 | 432 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 22–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 50,000 mi | 18,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Lincoln MKC | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 265 |
| Visibility/wiper | 0 | 233 |
| Engine | 45 | 37 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 0 | 43 |
| Visibility | 1 | 41 |
| Steering | 2 | 35 |
| Back Over Prevention | 4 | 19 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 23 | 0 |
| Misfire / rough idle | 20 | 0 |
| Overheating | 14 | 0 |
| Stalling | 6 | 47 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 54 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 11 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 9 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 7 |
2018 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.