2008 Subaru Outback vs 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Subaru Outback | 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 226 | 123 |
| Recall campaigns | 8 | 9 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 198 | 165 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–22 | 16–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 32,118 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Outback | Toyota FJ Cruiser |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 104 | 2 |
| Structure | 6 | 42 |
| Service Brakes | 30 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 34 | 4 |
| Suspension | 12 | 14 |
| Power Train | 12 | 6 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 17 |
| Seat Belts | 3 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 50 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 20 | 24 |
| Stalling | 11 | 6 |
| Check engine light | 9 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 8 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 8 | 0 |
2008 Subaru Outback
2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
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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.