2013 Acura MDX vs 2013 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 | 2013 Acura MDX | 2013 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 29 | 296 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 88 | 509 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 18 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 20–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | 54,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Acura MDX | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 9 | 67 |
| Power Train | 4 | 59 |
| Air Bags | 1 | 42 |
| Steering | 3 | 34 |
| Electrical System | 8 | 23 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 26 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 23 |
| Suspension | 0 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 31 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 18 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 12 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 9 |
| Overheating | 0 | 6 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 5 |
2013 Acura MDX
2013 Subaru Outback
Compare all Acura MDX vs Subaru Outback years →
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.