2015 Ford Focus vs 2016 Ford Focus
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Sep 21, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2015 Ford Focus | 2016 Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 1,018 | 1,180 |
| Recall campaigns | 9 | 10 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 131 | 200 |
| Investigations | 5 | 4 |
| Crash reports | 31 | 27 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 26–32 | 29–34 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 62,000 mi | 63,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Ford Focus | Ford Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 558 | 672 |
| Engine | 172 | 233 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 137 | 165 |
| Electrical System | 64 | 81 |
| Steering | 93 | 45 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 33 | 61 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 42 | 36 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 50 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 187 | 249 |
| Vibration / shaking | 178 | 219 |
| Check engine light | 146 | 202 |
| Hesitation / surging | 102 | 131 |
| Overheating | 45 | 56 |
| Loss of power | 43 | 36 |
| Shifting problems | 42 | 59 |
| Won’t start | 18 | 33 |
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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.