2013 Subaru Outback vs 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
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 | 2013 Subaru Outback | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 296 | 23 |
| Recall campaigns | 12 | 4 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 509 | 205 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 18 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 6 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–26 | 16–18 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 54,500 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Subaru Outback | Toyota FJ Cruiser |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 67 | 0 |
| Power Train | 59 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 42 | 3 |
| Steering | 34 | 3 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 26 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 23 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 23 | 2 |
| Suspension | 15 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 31 | 0 |
| Oil consumption | 18 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 11 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 9 | 0 |
| Overheating | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 12 |
2013 Subaru Outback
2013 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.