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2005 Ford Focus vs 2005 Pontiac G6

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.

Metric2005 Ford Focus2005 Pontiac G6
NHTSA complaints441679
Recall campaigns15
Service bulletins (TSBs)55569
Investigations14
Crash reports4326
Fire reports94
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)23–2621–23
Median reported mileage62,000 mi81,916 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentFord FocusPontiac G6
Steering18459
Electrical System11386
Power Train4748
Exterior Lighting2062
Air Bags5115
Vehicle Speed Control4519
Structure4314
Latches/locks/linkages504

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling2320
Vibration / shaking1519
Rust / corrosion156
Airbag warning light140
Hesitation / surging137
Electrical failures130
Steering problems0116
Loss of power040

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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.