2024 Mazda CX-5 vs 2024 Subaru Outback
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 | 2024 Mazda CX-5 | 2024 Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 41 | 93 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 202 | 225 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 5 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 24–28 | 25–28 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Mazda CX-5 | Subaru Outback |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 19 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 6 | 13 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 16 |
| Engine | 7 | 7 |
| Service Brakes | 7 | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 | 6 |
2024 Mazda CX-5
2024 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.