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Similar activityRecall counts are similar.
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Spot recall, complaint, investigation, and fuel-cost differences before you trust the listing. No VIN required to start.
More complaint activity
2025 Subaru Outbackhas more complaint records.
Open investigation signals
Similar activityOpen investigation counts are similar.
Lower estimated fuel cost
2025 Subaru Outbackmay cost less to fuel.
Short answer: Outback has more complaint activity, Outback has more severity reports and Outback has the lower fuel-cost estimate. Confirm the exact VIN before buying.
Public-record comparison
Rows show model-year records, not exact VIN status.
| Record | 2026 Subaru Outback | 2025 Subaru Outback | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total recalls | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Total complaints | 8 | 65 | Outback has 57 more complaints |
| Crash / Fire / Injury / Death reports | 0 / 0 / 1 / 0 | 4 / 1 / 0 / 0 | Outback has 4 more severity reports |
| Defect investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Open investigations | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Manufacturer communications | 42 | 141 | Outback has 99 more communications |
| Recall completion reports | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Warranty programs | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Service campaigns | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Software notices | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Canadian recall records | 0 | 0 | Similar |
| Latest recall | None listed | None listed | None listed |
| Latest complaint | Jun 11, 2026 | Jul 8, 2026 | Outback has newer activity |
| Top complaint categories Top 3 |
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| Different |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Same |
| Efficiency | 27 combined MPG | 28 combined MPG | Different |
| Estimated annual fuel cost 15,000 miles / year | $2,200 | $2,150 | Outback about $50 less |
| Safety-rating records | 1 | 1 | Similar |