Ford Fiesta Complaints

3,175 consumer complaints on file.

#11754893August 5, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, STRUCTURE:BODY
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 other times I turns on, and the image is upside down. I have waited on this recall since October 2025 and we are approaching a year with no resolve. The local dealerships advise me that they can fix the problem, just I will have to pay out of pocket. I do not believe this to be a fair practice. I am in need of help with this matter. I have a [XXX] who is a driver now and this safety hazard is very dangerous. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11754263August 2, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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, where screen displayed an error indicating could not read key and car could not start because the error disabled the car. The issue was not key battery but was some malfunction that was costly to have fixed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11753744July 30, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
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 the vent doors.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11752239July 22, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
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 my recall allows for free repairs, I can’t drive my car to the dealership because it’s unsafe. I’ve spoken to supervisors in Customer Relations, Services, and Body Shop, as well as Recall Corporate. I was also told that Lee would give me a call today, but I haven’t received a call back. Brandy Seals suggested using rope to tie the door shut, but I’m concerned about traveling from New Market in such a situation. I spoke with The Cooperate Recall Center, and they informed me that “Pick up and Delivery” is available under my provision. However, since my car is unsafe to drive, they couldn’t accommodate that request. I then asked for a mobile service van to come to my home to avoid towing, but that was denied as well. I also requested to have my car towed to the dealership, but that was denied as well. I’m a single mother of three, and this car is my only mode of transportation. Unfortunately, I don’t have the finances to pay for towing myself. Could you please assist me with this situation?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11750539July 15, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION
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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11750704July 15, 2026
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
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
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11742751June 8, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS
- 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.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11741575June 2, 2026
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
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 been repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, who referred her to another dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11740709May 28, 2026
POWER TRAIN
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.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11740711May 28, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION
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 confirmed that the remedy parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time to provide a remedy for the recall. The approximate failure mileage was 102,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11740313May 27, 2026
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION
The rear camera stopped working, fall 2025. Received letter from Ford 10/25. Parts not available. Contacted Ford several times. No satisfaction. Situation dangerous. Small car. I park away from large vehicles. Sometimes, they park next to my car, vision is impaired.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737641May 13, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Per my phone call today(2026/05/13)to [XXX] @ [XXX] (PhoneReference #XXX): I have written an explanation which is too lengthy to fit herein. I shall email it to [XXX] AFTER filing this form and receiving a Written Form Reference #. I shall supply the Written Form Reference # in the email. Summary of 5 above specific requests: 1. Car did not accelerate, engine semi-stalled (although did not stop running completely). Could be engine, transmission, electrical, cruise-control, other, or some combination of two or more of the foregoing. Dealer may still have the car, or it may have been sold/disposed-of to a party unknown to me. 2. Fortunately, since I did NOT test pulling out into traffic, and waited till highway was mostly clear prior to testing acceleration, no one was at risk. However, the problem is that there ARE instances where risk of serious-injury/death is real. 3. No. Salesperson later reported that Dealer felt that there was no problem. Consequently, I believe the Dealer was unable to reproduce the problem. 4. Not to my knowledge. 5. No. P.S. The below form asks for speed, but does not accept various speeds, which were 0, about 20mph, about 30mph. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737360May 12, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I received a recall notice on the rear view camera of this vehicle but they do not have a remedy for the recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11737394May 12, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact received notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V951000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse (R), the rear view camera went blank and a "camera unavailable" message appeared on the screen. Additionally, during those occasions, the rear view camera would then turn back on and/or become distorted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was not diagnosed, but the contact was told that parts for the recall were not yet available. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 32,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11736922May 11, 2026
POWER TRAIN
Brand new OEM ford clutch slave cylinder failed while in traffic. Part number DG9Z-7A564-B fell apart during test drive after it was newly installed. Lost ability to use the clutch pedal and could not pull the car out of gear while in traffic. Component was not inspected by manufacturer yet, there were no warning lights on the dash when it occurred. Was able to get the car back home and noticed brake fluid pouring out from inside the bell housing of the transmission where the slave cylinder is housed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11736134May 6, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the rearview camera would display a distorted image while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure had obstructed the driver's visibility, which prevented the driver from safely operating the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. 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 manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11735567May 4, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000(Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer confirmed that the remedy parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11734975April 30, 2026
ENGINE
I have taken the vehicle to 2 auto places both have confirmed it has engine failure. It only has 140,000 miles
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11734326April 28, 2026
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
My daughter and 2 friends were driving on the highway, the dash flickers and goes back to normal, flickered again and the car started slowing down so she pulled over, ( car still moving) and puts the car in park but the car still continues to move. Passenger notices out the side mirror the car is on fire, she jumped out; the car then accelerates ( still in park) and hits the “jersey wall “ where the rest of the car eventually went into flames. My daughter & friend ( who was in the back) got out thru the driver side door, the back doors would not open and the Airbags did not deploy.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
3
Deaths:
0
#11734102April 27, 2026
POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, STEERING
I was driving for couple hours then my oil light came on check engine light came on. Vehicle started to shake very badly. I had to pull over and see what happened. I started the vehicle up again and the oil light and check engine light are still on. I know that these vehicles have the wet belt system on the automatics. But they don't have one for the manual transmission. There should be a recall for these just like the automatics.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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