2020 Jeep Wrangler vs 2020 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 | 2020 Jeep Wrangler | 2020 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 609 | 896 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,016 | 612 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 12 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–23 | 26–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 24,497 mi | 6,300 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 178 | 258 |
| Visibility/wiper | 33 | 313 |
| Steering | 238 | 12 |
| Engine | 54 | 48 |
| Power Train | 47 | 46 |
| Visibility | 0 | 70 |
| Suspension | 51 | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 3 | 49 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 77 | 8 |
| Stalling | 18 | 42 |
| Loss of power | 16 | 0 |
| Overheating | 16 | 5 |
| Steering problems | 15 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 13 | 16 |
| Hesitation / surging | 7 | 8 |
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 0 |
2020 Jeep Wrangler
2020 Subaru Outback
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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.