2005 Ford Focus vs 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
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 Mitsubishi Lancer |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 441 | 24 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 55 | 81 |
| Investigations | 1 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 43 | 3 |
| Fire reports | 9 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 23–26 | 22–26 |
| Median reported mileage | 62,000 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Focus | Mitsubishi Lancer |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 113 | 2 |
| Air Bags | 51 | 10 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 50 | 0 |
| Power Train | 47 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 45 | 2 |
| Structure | 43 | 2 |
| Suspension | 27 | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting | 20 | 1 |
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
2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
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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.