2020 Jeep Wrangler vs 2020 Subaru Forester
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2020 Jeep Wrangler | 2020 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 598 | 594 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,010 | 461 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 25 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 21,500 mi | 6,037 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 33 | 252 |
| Electrical System | 173 | 99 |
| Steering | 237 | 11 |
| Engine | 50 | 74 |
| Power Train | 46 | 30 |
| Suspension | 49 | 0 |
| Visibility | 0 | 49 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 43 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 76 | 10 |
| Stalling | 18 | 29 |
| Loss of power | 16 | 5 |
| Steering problems | 15 | 0 |
| Overheating | 15 | 7 |
| Check engine light | 12 | 43 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 0 |
2020 Jeep Wrangler
2020 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.