2004 Ford Focus vs 2006 Ford Focus
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 | 2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 387 | 204 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 60 | 23 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 34 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 13 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 21–27 | 23–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 53,898 mi | 61,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Focus | Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 183 | 47 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 39 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 18 | 25 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 28 | 14 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 31 | 7 |
| Steering | 29 | 5 |
| Power Train | 20 | 14 |
| Structure | 14 | 15 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 38 | 6 |
| Hesitation / surging | 11 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 8 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
| Check engine light | 5 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 7 |
| Electrical failures | 0 | 6 |
2004 Ford Focus
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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.