2019 Ford Fiesta
Common Problems
Ranked from 55 federal NHTSA complaints and 1 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
6 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
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Rearview Camera Malfunction
22complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe rearview camera intermittently displays a blank, distorted, or unavailable image, obstructing the driver's visibility.
$250–$800est. backup camera replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 2
Transmission shifting issues
11complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission frequently shifts incorrectly or fails to shift gears properly, leading to difficulty in driving.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 3
Recall Non-Resolution
8complaintsSafety riskOtherVehicle owners report unresolved recalls, with parts not being available for repair, leading to ongoing issues.
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Airbag deployment failures
5complaintsHigh severityElectricalMultiple reports of airbags failing to deploy during collisions, increasing the risk of injury or death in accidents.
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Brake system failures
5complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake system has multiple issues including brake locking up, brake fluid contamination, and brake failure, posing a significant safety risk.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 19V629000
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Engine overheating
5complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine overheats frequently, especially in warmer weather, causing the temperature warning light to illuminate and potentially leading to engine failure.
$150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.