2018 Ford Fiesta Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Fiesta years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 9th of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 35 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Ford Fiesta. That ranks 9th out of 11 Fiesta model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (10 complaints, 29%), typically at around 30,067 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
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- 35owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Ford Fiesta problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 10 | 29% | 30,067 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 9 | 26% | 14,787 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 6 | 17% | 39,982 | — | — |
| Engine | 6 | 17% | 20,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 14% | 39,982 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 6% | 54,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 6% | 38,437 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 3% | 39,982 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 3% | 97,260 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 3% | 38,437 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 3% | 38,437 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Ford Fiesta recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2018 Ford Fiesta.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The back up camera quit working. The back seats are taller and it has made it very difficult to see if there are children behind my vehicle. I reported it to the dealership and now I have to pay $200.00 to have them check it.
Back-up camera goes in and out intermittently, sometimes the image is very faint and then totally disappears into a black screen, or says it is not available at this time, then goes black. This started about 4 months ago and I have not been able to identify a triggering factor, rain nor heat does…
Purchased vehicle at the end of 2018 and this is the third time I have had to replace the horn. It's not a fuse, it's not wiring, it is the actual horn that either shorts or dies with no notice.
Hello, I have zero idea why I am emailing, I may be secretly hoping for...anything. I drive a 2018 Ford Fiesta SE, I have owned it since 2019 as that is when I purchased it used. Over the weekend I experienced transmission issues and an auto shop informed me that I am in need of a transmission…
My engine has been malfuctioning over the following year. I've gotten repairs and it continues to do so. I'm asking for a recall.
Other Ford Fiesta years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 Fiesta | 105 | 3 |
| 2018 | 35 | 0 |
| 2017 Fiesta | 74 | 0 |
| 2016 Fiesta | 178 | 0 |
| 2015 Fiesta | 258 | 4 |
| 2014 Fiesta | 503 | 7 |
| 2013 Fiesta | 668 | 3 |
| 2012 Fiesta | 617 | 3 |
| 2011 Fiesta | 730 | 3 |
| 2002 Fiesta | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 Fiesta | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Fiesta?
Owners most often report power train, unknown or other, electrical system problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 10 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Ford Fiesta?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2018 Ford Fiesta a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Fiesta model years, the 2018 has far fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.