2005 Ford Focus vs 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
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 | 2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 441 | 68 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 55 | 504 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 43 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–26 | 25–26 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,000 mi | 62,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Focus | Pontiac Sunfire |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 113 | 60 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 50 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 51 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 45 | 4 |
| Power Train | 47 | 1 |
| Structure | 43 | 0 |
| Suspension | 27 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 20 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 23 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 15 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 14 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 0 |
| Electrical failures | 13 | 0 |
2005 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.