2009 Ford Focus vs 2009 Honda Accord
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 | 2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 229 | 720 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 18 | 101 |
| Investigations | 0 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 26 | 47 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 5 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 27–28 | 20–25 |
| Median reported mileage | 45,690 mi | 36,750 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Focus | Honda Accord |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 160 |
| Air Bags | 22 | 142 |
| Engine | 16 | 111 |
| Electrical System | 45 | 43 |
| Power Train | 39 | 35 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 51 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 33 | 21 |
| Steering | 9 | 30 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 16 | 40 |
| Loss of power | 14 | 0 |
| Won’t start | 12 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 10 | 24 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 13 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 31 |
| Oil consumption | 0 | 50 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 26 |
2009 Ford Focus
2009 Honda Accord
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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.