2009 Jeep Wrangler vs 2009 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 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 368 | 178 |
| Recall campaigns | 6 | 17 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 89 | 219 |
| Investigations | 4 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 19 |
| Fire reports | 14 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–17 | 21–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 51,200 mi | 57,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Jeep Wrangler | Subaru Forester |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 101 | 40 |
| Suspension | 63 | 6 |
| Steering | 64 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 58 | 7 |
| Electrical System | 33 | 22 |
| Power Train | 34 | 17 |
| Engine | 18 | 27 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 19 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 72 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 57 | 0 |
| Stalling | 17 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 11 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 14 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 5 |
2009 Jeep Wrangler
2009 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.