Is the Ford Fiesta Reliable?

Q: Is the Ford Fiesta reliable?

The Ford Fiesta scores 77/100 on the VinCheckEngine reliability index, which rates as "Good" for the 2011–2019 model years. Run a free VIN report at vincheckengine.com for vehicle-specific analysis.

Q: What year Fiesta is most reliable?

Among recently analyzed years, the 2017 Ford Fiesta scored highest with a reliability score of 88/100. Fewer recalls and complaints were reported for that model year.

Q: How many miles does a Fiesta last?

With regular maintenance, most Ford Fiesta owners report 150,000–200,000+ miles of reliable service. High-mileage examples frequently appear at auction. Always verify with a VIN history report before purchasing a used Fiesta.

2011–2019 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.

77/100

Good

Reliability Score

Total Recalls

2157

Owner Complaints

Reported Injuries

Reported Deaths

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Ford Fiesta Reliability by Year

Model Year	Recalls	Complaints	Injuries	Deaths	Reliability Score	Rating
2019	1	65	3	—	82	Excellent
2018	0	21	—	1	85	Excellent
2017	0	52	6	—	88	Excellent
2016	0	133	3	—	83	Excellent
2015	2	156	14	—	74	Good
2014	2	335	11	—	71	Good
2013	0	477	6	—	76	Good
2012	0	427	11	—	78	Good
2011	0	491	29	2	57	Fair

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the Fiesta Compares to Similar Vehicles

Ford Fiesta77/100

Sedan Category Average72/100

The Fiesta scores 5 points above the average sedan — a strong result.

Known Ford Fiesta Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

POWER TRAIN

727

ENGINE

253

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

205

STRUCTURE:BODY

152

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

150

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Based on 2157 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ford Fiesta reliable?+

The Ford Fiesta scores 77/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 9 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 5 recall campaigns and 2157 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year Fiesta is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2017 Fiesta achieved the highest reliability score of 88/100 with 0 recalls and 52 complaints.

How many miles does a Fiesta last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Ford Fiesta owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Fiesta will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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Check a Specific Ford Fiesta VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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