2010 Acura MDX vs 2010 Subaru Outback
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 | 2010 Acura MDX | 2010 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 45 | 360 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 18 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 77 | 310 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 12 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 20–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 67,000 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 5 | 94 |
| Engine | 11 | 44 |
| Steering | 6 | 41 |
| Air Bags | 3 | 44 |
| Electrical System | 9 | 33 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 35 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 35 |
| Suspension | 1 | 26 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 106 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 53 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 29 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 15 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 13 |
| Brake problems | 0 | 8 |
| Steering problems | 0 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 5 |
2010 Acura MDX
2010 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.