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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.

Metric2005 Ford Focus2005 Toyota Camry Solara
NHTSA complaints44192
Recall campaigns11
Service bulletins (TSBs)55166
Investigations12
Crash reports4322
Fire reports91
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)23–2621–24
Median reported incident mileage62,000 mi47,000 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentFord FocusToyota Camry Solara
Electrical System1136
Structure4324
Air Bags5115
Vehicle Speed Control4520
Power Train4716
Latches/locks/linkages501
Suspension272
Service Brakes, Hydraulic185

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling237
Vibration / shaking150
Rust / corrosion150
Airbag warning light140
Hesitation / surging1312
Electrical failures130

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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.