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2005 Ford Focus vs 2005 Volvo S60

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 Volvo S60
NHTSA complaints44144
Recall campaigns13
Service bulletins (TSBs)55174
Investigations10
Crash reports430
Fire reports90
NCAP overall rating
EPA MPG (combined)23–2620–22
Median reported mileage62,000 mi63,611 mi

Reported problems side by side

ComponentFord FocusVolvo S60
Electrical System1136
Air Bags511
Latches/locks/linkages500
Power Train472
Vehicle Speed Control452
Structure434
Suspension272
Engine and Engine Cooling187

Symptoms owners describe

Stalling2310
Vibration / shaking150
Rust / corrosion150
Airbag warning light140
Hesitation / surging130
Electrical failures130
Loss of power05

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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.