2005 Ford Focus vs 2005 Toyota Camry Solara
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 | 2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Toyota Camry Solara |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 441 | 92 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 1 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 55 | 166 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 43 | 22 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–26 | 21–24 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,000 mi | 47,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Focus | Toyota Camry Solara |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 113 | 6 |
| Structure | 43 | 24 |
| Air Bags | 51 | 15 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 45 | 20 |
| Power Train | 47 | 16 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 50 | 1 |
| Suspension | 27 | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 18 | 5 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 23 | 7 |
| Vibration / shaking | 15 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 15 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 14 | 0 |
| Hesitation / surging | 13 | 12 |
| Electrical failures | 13 | 0 |
2005 Ford Focus
2005 Toyota Camry Solara
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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.