2008 Ford Focus vs 2009 Ford Focus
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 | 2008 Ford Focus | 2009 Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 250 | 229 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 19 | 18 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 26 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28 | 27–28 |
| Median reported mileage | 64,000 mi | 45,690 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Focus | Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 57 | 45 |
| Power Train | 23 | 39 |
| Structure | 41 | 12 |
| Air Bags | 26 | 22 |
| Suspension | 23 | 25 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 14 | 33 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 25 | 18 |
| Wheels | 14 | 22 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 15 | 16 |
| Vibration / shaking | 12 | 10 |
| Won’t start | 10 | 12 |
| Hesitation / surging | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 7 |
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 6 |
2008 Ford Focus
2009 Ford Focus
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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.