NHTSA Data Explorer

Ford Fiesta

Data refreshed October 26, 2026

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Complaints

3,065

Active records

Recalls

9

Active records

TSBs

212

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

6

Injuries

123

Crashes

116

Fires

24

Top reported issues — Ford Fiesta

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Operating state

1,895

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

1,324

Vibration/harshness

1,009

Performance issue

954

Access/entry issue

674

Noise

556

Engine behavior

517

Reporting mechanism

464

Condition issue

452

Starting behavior

146

Thermal issue

116

Safety restraint issue

114

Fluid issue

112

Electrical issue

99

Lighting behavior

96

Recent change

81

Braking behavior

80

Safety restraint behavior

73

Infotainment behavior

71

Driver assistance issue

57

Steering behavior

43

Powering on/off behavior

33

HVAC behavior

32

Ride/handling behavior

19

Smell

18

Communication/network issue

7

Wiper/washer behavior

6

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2016 FORD FIESTA

Filed Oct 21, 2026


I am reporting a severe safety defect regarding a sudden loss of motive power caused by the internal oil pump drive 'wet belt' system on my 2016 Ford Fiesta SE 1.0L EcoBoost (Manual Transmission). While driving, the vehicle's engine oil pressure warning light illuminated. Shortly thereafter, the vehicle suffered a sudden and severe loss of engine power, dropping speed drastically on a public roadway. This sudden loss of throttle response and speed placed me and surrounding traffic at a severe…

2014 FORD FIESTA

Filed Oct 18, 2026


The powershift transmission (PCM, CVT and clutch) 5 times while I owned it I no longer own the vehicle since it happened a 6th time and was undriveable It would stop in the middle of the road after going a few feet Ford repaired it 5 times with an extended warranty on these specific parts The failure first appeared less than one year after I purchased it new

2014 FORD FIESTA

Filed Oct 12, 2026


The Engine Oil Pressure Low, Stop Safely warning appeared on the information screen as the car was starting up. The car is available for inspection, but I have not taken it to a Ford dealership or a mechanic for inspection. Google just said that it is a severe wet timing belt degradation issue and that I should NOT drive the car. The closest dealer is 21 miles away. I am worried that the engine will fail. This is my only transportation.

2013 FORD FIESTA

Filed Oct 6, 2026


My transmission is going out I call ford they tell me there's no recalls on my transmission but I paid for a vin recall check and there is a recall on my transmission

2012 FORD FIESTA

Filed Sep 9, 2026


The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle and closing the front driver’s side door, the door failed to latch properly. While driving 70 MPH, the front driver’s side door opened. The contact secured the door with a bungee cord and continued driving. A dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V246000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages). Additionally, the contact was…

2017 FORD FIESTA

Filed Sep 4, 2026


Check engine light illuminated. Dealer retrieved DTC P0457 for an EVAP leak. Dealer performed EVAP diagnostic testing and determined that the canister purge valve was leaking. Purge valve was replaced at owner expense. After replacement, EVAP leak verification passed and DTC was resolved. I am reporting the failure because Ford has previously identified canister purge valve failures on other Ford vehicles and I believe similar failures may be occurring on Ford Fiesta vehicles.

2011 FORD FIESTA

Filed Aug 20, 2026


Ford has had a long known issue with 2011-2015-FIESTA ( Cuautitlan ) they issued a Customer Satisfaction Program that ended June 2025. I purchased the car July 2026 used w/o none issues. Checked VIN for recall and Maryland Inspected. Driving it one week and the check engine light comes on. Apparently the TCM recognized a change in driving pattern but FORD will not honor the replacement. How is it not a safety issue with the vehicle can decide not to engage risking a collision? I am…

2017 FORD FIESTA

Filed Jul 30, 2026


The A/C vent actuating solenoids under the dash have all failed. They don't allow the cool air to be routed properly. We have had the dealers service center check each time as they would fail, and they found replacement is needed at each visit. The actuators began failing at 6,000 miles, and continued dropping off one by one at various mileage until all three are now not functioning. My car has 11,500 miles now. The solenoids just click now constantly while driving as all three try to activate…

2014 FORD FIESTA

Filed Jul 22, 2026


My vehicle has an active status under Ford Safety Recall 20S15 (NHTSA Campaign 20V177) for a fractured door latch pawl spring. The defect has fully manifested: my side door physically will not latch or stay shut. There was no warning that the latch has malfunctioned. I was driving and my door swung open when I made a turn. I’ve been trying to get my car serviced because of the safety recall involving the door latch. Unfortunately, my driver’s side passenger door won’t physically shut. While…

2015 FORD FIESTA

Filed Jul 15, 2026


Car sputters everytime I put gas in it. Sometimes shuts off. It’s every time I put gas. I’m not filling up the gas tank because I notice if I do fill it up. It gives me more problems .. occurring problem

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Updated October 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.