2018 Ford Fiesta: problems, recalls and reliability
0 recalls and 35 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is power train (31% of complaints).
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recalls
35
owner complaints
0
fire reports
37,719
typical failure mileage, mi
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
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Among the quietest Fiesta years (#9 of 9 by complaints, age-adjusted)4-star NHTSA overall safety ratingNo fire reportsNo recall campaignsWeak spot: power train (31%)Problems reported early (median 37,719 mi)
Common problems
Computed from 35 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
Power Train (transmission, axles, driveline)31% · 8 complaints
Electrical System (battery, wiring, electronics)19% · 5 complaints
Air Bags (airbags and crash sensors)12% · 3 complaints
Engine (engine mechanics)12% · 3 complaints
Suspension (shocks, springs, ride quality)8% · 2 complaints
Fuel System, Gasoline (fuel pump, tank, lines)8% · 2 complaints
“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.”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · May 2025
“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.”Owner report · Electrical System · Apr 2025
“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.”Owner report · Engine · Sep 2024
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“The contact owns a 2018 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passenger's side door independently opened. The door ajar warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V331000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, neither the VIN nor the model year was included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 97,260.”Owner report · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Jun 2024
“I bought my Ford Fiesta new in 2018. I have less than 35k miles on my car. My car recently started bucking while I stop at stop signs or red lights. My car revs up and tries to go forward. I took my car to the dealership hours later. They did a diagnosis and asked me what kind of gas I use. They said I shouldn't buy my gas from there. I was then told my valve is sticking from the gas and the valve is trying to open and it can't so it bucks and lurches. The part they need is on back order. The part is not available any where in the country. So does that mean the whole country side uses the same gas I do? That is why that part is on back order?”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · May 2024
“My engine is acting up. According to the Auto Repair Shop they say that my car is suffering from Carbon Build Up which is affecting my engine. As well as the throttle body in the car. My car just keeps stopping to the point my engine refuses to start. So I decided to clean it myself only to no avail.”Owner report · Engine · May 2024
“My fuel canister purge valve needs replacement less than 70,000 on car. The cap less gas cap defective as well. Why did they make these cuz everyone is having problems with the purge valve and cap less. It all on YouTube. Where is the recall,.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Apr 2024
“Since around 20,000 miles, my 2018 Ford Fiesta SE has had a grinding noise after shifting at certain gears. I got the car serviced at that time. Now I'm at 70,000 miles and the noise has persisted, and has gotten worse. My transmission slipped at 0mph when I was accelerating, almost causing me to lose control of my car.”Owner report · Power Train · Nov 2023
“The contact's grandmother owns a 2018 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving up a hill, the vehicle started sputtering, vibrating, and jerking. The sputtering was severe, causing the front driver's side seat belt to be activated. The vehicle was immediately driven to the local dealer who diagnosed that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 64,000.”Owner report · Air Bags · Jun 2023
“My neighbor has been hacking my radio frequencies of my car and has now hacked into my car. He's following me and controlling my car. I'm afraid he is obsessed with me and will cause my car to have an accident. The police will not and have not helped me and this guy lives right next door to me”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Apr 2022
When filing, owners marked a crash in 4 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
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Is the 2018 Ford Fiesta reliable?
NHTSA has 35 owner complaints and 0 recall campaigns on record for the 2018 Ford Fiesta. The most complained-about area is power train (31% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2018 Ford Fiesta problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 37,719 miles or less.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.