2014 Chevrolet Sonic vs 2014 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 | 2014 Chevrolet Sonic | 2014 Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 149 | 2,592 |
| Recall campaigns | 4 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 1,505 | 147 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 11 | 68 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 9 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 28–32 | 26–30 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,750 mi | 50,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Sonic | Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 20 | 1,571 |
| Engine | 38 | 441 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 15 | 297 |
| Electrical System | 48 | 245 |
| Steering | 13 | 219 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 164 |
| Structure | 3 | 62 |
| Air Bags | 24 | 32 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 18 | 258 |
| Stalling | 15 | 497 |
| Overheating | 6 | 65 |
| Airbag warning light | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 569 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 442 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 133 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 111 |
2014 Chevrolet Sonic
2014 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.