NHTSA Data Explorer

Ford Fiesta

Data refreshed August 8, 2026

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Complaints

3,157

Active records

Recalls

12

Active records

TSBs

228

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

132

Crashes

129

Fires

25

Top reported issues — Ford Fiesta

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Operating state

1,914

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

1,291

Vibration/harshness

1,012

Performance issue

914

Access/entry issue

677

Noise

560

Engine behavior

505

Reporting mechanism

465

Condition issue

409

Starting behavior

146

Thermal issue

124

Safety restraint issue

121

Fluid issue

108

Driver assistance issue

102

Electrical issue

102

Lighting behavior

97

Recent change

84

Safety restraint behavior

80

Braking behavior

76

Infotainment behavior

73

Steering behavior

44

HVAC behavior

30

Powering on/off behavior

28

Smell

19

Ride/handling behavior

16

Wiper/washer behavior

7

Communication/network issue

6

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2019 FORD FIESTA

Filed Aug 5, 2026


I have been made aware of this issue in writing by Ford in October 2025. I took my car in for the service to Ford in Palatka, Florida. I was advised that needed parts had not been authorized by the Ford. I was advised that the needed parts are in stock, but to get the problem fixed I would have to pay out of pocket. They advised me to just wait. It should be noted that my reverse camera is out and I am in need of this repair as it is a safety hazard. My camera blinks on and off (sometimes). And…

2019 FORD FIESTA

Filed Aug 2, 2026


Recall remedy unavailable..I am filing a complaint regarding NHTSA Recall Campaign Number 25V695 (Ford Recall 25SA9) for my 2019 Ford Fiesta. The manufacturer has not provided a timely remedy, leaving me with a blank and distorted rearview camera, which severely compromises my rear visibility and creates an immediate safety hazard while backing up. Additionally, screen sometimes fail to load, screen loads and don't function for a long period. Also, experienced a safety lockout over a year ago,…

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

2019 FORD FIESTA

Filed Jul 15, 2026


The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact received notification of NTHSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

2019 FORD FIESTA

Filed Jun 8, 2026


Crash

- Backup camera malfunction. Hit a parked car. - My son in the back seat was at risk. - yes - yes - Yes, the backup camera has always been faulty. The manufacturer has failed to promptly remedy this safety recall for my vehicle.

2013 FORD FIESTA

Filed Jun 2, 2026


The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fiesta. The contact received the recall notification letter for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V331000 (latches, locks, and linkages). The contact stated that the passenger-side door opened while driving at 30-35 MPH. While her daughter was driving, the passenger side rear door came ajar. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was able to inspect and confirm the failure. The repair was approved then denied. The vehicle had not…

2015 FORD FIESTA

Filed May 28, 2026


The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repairs; however the issue persisted. After the repairs, while mother was driving on the highway, the vehicle stalled. The clutch became inoperable. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was not further diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 20,000.

2019 FORD FIESTA

Filed May 28, 2026


The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse the vehicle, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image would intermittently display and then appear blank. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V951000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts to complete the recall repair were not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer…

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Updated August 8, 2026. Refreshed nightly.