2014 Ford Focus Electric vs 2014 Honda Civic
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 Ford Focus Electric | 2014 Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 55 | 290 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 24 | 109 |
| Investigations | 4 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 1 | 30 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 4 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 105 | 25–44 |
| Median reported mileage | 9,550 mi | 40,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Focus Electric | Honda Civic |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 21 | 98 |
| Electrical System | 29 | 38 |
| Air Bags | 0 | 57 |
| Engine | 16 | 22 |
| Wheels | 2 | 22 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 11 | 11 |
| Steering | 6 | 15 |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 18 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Loss of power | 15 | 13 |
| Stalling | 7 | 21 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 12 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 11 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 9 |
2014 Ford Focus Electric
2014 Honda Civic
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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.