2021 Ford Bronco vs 2021 Subaru Outback
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2021 Ford Bronco | 2021 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 225 | 296 |
| Recall campaigns | 20 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 316 | 480 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–26 | 26–29 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 26,750 mi | 5,214 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Bronco | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 14 | 97 |
| Electrical System | 29 | 75 |
| Engine | 68 | 21 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 7 | 29 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 21 | 10 |
| Back Over Prevention | 23 | 4 |
| Suspension | 24 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 19 | 7 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 18 | 15 |
| Loss of power | 11 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 10 |
| Vibration / shaking | 8 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 6 | 0 |
| Battery drain | 0 | 16 |
| Won’t start | 0 | 8 |
2021 Ford Bronco
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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.