2019 Jeep Wrangler vs 2019 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 | 2019 Jeep Wrangler | 2019 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 738 | 833 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 833 | 568 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 37 |
| Fire reports | 10 | 11 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–24 | 29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 10,000 mi | 9,200 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 445 | 14 |
| Visibility/wiper | 29 | 370 |
| Electrical System | 150 | 134 |
| Engine | 44 | 106 |
| Suspension | 132 | 6 |
| Power Train | 78 | 38 |
| Service Brakes | 28 | 22 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 | 43 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 173 | 0 |
| Steering problems | 40 | 0 |
| Stalling | 32 | 49 |
| Loss of power | 27 | 9 |
| Check engine light | 27 | 67 |
| Rust / corrosion | 12 | 0 |
| Overheating | 9 | 9 |
| Clunking / rattling | 8 | 0 |
2019 Jeep Wrangler
2019 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.