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2015 Ford Fiesta Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Power Train — runs 4.2× the fleet median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.
257Complaints
4Recalls
16Crashes
0Fires
24Injured
0Deaths

Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.

Is this problem acknowledged?

The most-reported problem — Power Train (35.8% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Power Train complaints here are 4.2× the median for that category across the 2391 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Power Train92 · 35.8%not available
Engine69 · 26.8%RecalledRecall 17V209000
Fuel/propulsion System40 · 15.6%RecalledRecall 15V005000
Electrical System17 · 6.6%not available
Air Bags14 · 5.4%not available
Vehicle Speed Control13 · 5.1%not available

Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Complaints by component

POWER TRAIN92 · 35.8%
ENGINE69 · 26.8%
Unspecified / other36 · 14%
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM17 · 6.6%
AIR BAGS14 · 5.4%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL13 · 5.1%
STRUCTURE:BODY11 · 4.3%
SERVICE BRAKES9 · 3.5%
STEERING7 · 2.7%

Percentages are the share of the 257 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.

Recalls — 4 campaigns

Engine And Engine Cooling:engine

NHTSA campaign 17V209000 · 2017 · reported 03/27/2017

If the cylinder head cracks and leaks oil, the oil may contact a hot engine or exhaust component, increasing the risk of a fire. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:fuel Pump

NHTSA campaign 15V005000 · 2015 · reported 01/09/2015

If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

NHTSA campaign 20V177000 · 2020 · reported 03/23/2020

A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch

NHTSA campaign 23V775000 · 2023 · reported 11/17/2023

Vehicle doors opening unexpectedly while driving can increase the risk of a crash or injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners report

“MY CAR IS HAVING ELECTRICAL ISSUES, THE TRANSMISSION WILL OVER REV BUT MY SPEED REMAINS THE SAME OR DECREASES. THE CAR WILL LOSE POWER OVER…”NHTSA complaint 11229503 — filed 07/05/2019 · POWER TRAIN
“MY VEHICLE IS AFFECTED BY THE PROBLEMATIC POWER SHIFT DUAL-CLUTCH 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. IT HAS BEEN TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT TWICE SINCE NOVEMBER 2018…”NHTSA complaint 11222870 — filed 06/27/2019 · POWER TRAIN
“MY TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING. WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE, ENGINE WILL REV, RPM INCREASE, BUT SPEED WON'T CHANGE. THIS IS CAUSED SAFETY ISSUES FOR MYSELF AND…”NHTSA complaint 11222314 — filed 06/24/2019 · POWER TRAIN

Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.

Complaint trend by year filed

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2015 Ford Fiesta?

Power train issues are the most-reported category, cited in 92 of 257 NHTSA complaints (35.8%), followed by engine (69), fuel/propulsion system (40), unspecified/other issues (36). Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How many complaints does the 2015 Ford Fiesta have?

257 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 16 involved a crash, 0 involved a fire, and 24 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2015 Ford Fiesta have any recalls?

Yes — 4 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 17V209000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2015 Ford Fiesta's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

Is a complaint proof of a defect?

No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.