2018 FORD FIESTA — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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4/5

★★★★

Safety Rating

46

Owner Complaints

5 Crashes 1 Death

0

Recalls

NO ACTIVE RECALLS

5

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2018 FORD FIESTA

The 2018 FORD FIESTA has received a total of 46 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It earned an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program crash tests. 5 technical service bulletins have been issued by Ford Motor Company for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (10 complaints), Unknown Or Other (9 complaints), and Electrical System (6 complaints).

Recalls for the 2018 FORD FIESTA

There are no recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 FORD FIESTA. No Active Recalls

Owner Complaints for the 2018 FORD FIESTA

46 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2018 FORD FIESTA. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Most Recent Complaints

#11710639 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
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.
#11693432 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
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 not appear to be the factor that causes it. My car was purchased 2018 with 13 miles and I now have only 21,897 miles never been in an accident or anything to cause this issue. The dealer said my vehicle is not under the recall guidelines although it completely mimics the recalled issues listed under NHTSA#23S48/25V273 also the dealer says the issue has to be present for the mechanic to see. When I took it to the dealer today 10/14/2025 the camera was functioning and I have no idea when it will go back out again to show them. This can definitely become a safety issue and a cost I should not have to be responsible for because there is an indication this could be a production issue. Please assist me with this issue.
#11656291 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | N/A miles
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.
#11635077 | POWER TRAIN | | N/A miles
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 rebuild due to the clutch going out. The estimated cost is 3.4k. I came across this article from 2019: [XXX] Within the article Ford notes: "The transmissions (dual-clutch automatic transmissions known as DPS6 designed for fuel efficiency) were introduced in the 2011 model year Fiesta and 2012 Focus. They were used until the Focus was discontinued with the 2018 model year and until the 2019 Fiesta". The article then goes onto state: "technical analysis, warranty data and customer feedback show that the DPS6 transmission in Focus and Fiesta vehicles from 2016 (model year) through 2019 MY are improved from prior model years. They perform well and have competitive levels of customer satisfaction.” But I don't believe that to be true given the clutch issues that have just happened with my 2019 Ford Fiesta. It gets a bit more odd because I think Ford is lying about the 2019 model year being 'improved'. The mechanic I am going through put a pause on rebuilding my transmission because Ford reached out to them with potential fixes per an 'internal bulletin'. Those potential fixes include a redesigned clutch kit for the transmission...why would that be a thing if my model year was 'improved'. Also, they are not covering any repairs. I don't even know if I have the right to demand that they do? Given my model year wasn't included in the lawsuit, despite it being the last year Ford made the Fiesta. I also did find this update [XXX] I just want help or something done. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
#11614281 | ENGINE | | N/A miles
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.

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Safety Rating for the 2018 FORD FIESTA

The 2018 FORD FIESTA received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

Test Category Rating
Overall Rating ★★★★ (4/5)
Frontal Crash ★★★★ (4/5)
Side Crash ★★★★ (4/5)
Rollover ★★★★ (4/5)

Safety ratings are based on controlled crash tests conducted by NHTSA. A 5-star rating indicates the highest level of occupant protection.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2018 FORD FIESTA

Ford Motor Company has issued 5 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2018 FORD FIESTA. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

SSM 47898 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Some 2017 F-Super Duty and 2016-2018 Fiesta vehicles may exhibit a concern where the radio will revert to an AM or FM station after the vehicle's ignition has been turned off and turned back on. To address this condition, reprogram the audio control module (ACM) using the appropriate Ford diagnostic...

SSM 47898 — EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

Some 2017 F-Super Duty and 2016-2018 Fiesta vehicles may exhibit a concern where the radio will revert to an AM or FM station after the vehicle's ignition has been turned off and turned back on. To address this condition, reprogram the audio control module (ACM) using the appropriate Ford diagnostic...

SSM 47751 — ENGINE

Some 2018-2019 Fiesta vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P0128 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). If the vehicle exhibits this DTC, clear all DTCs and allow the vehicle to sit for a minimum of 3 hours. Then drive the vehicle for at least 16 km (10...

SSM 47405 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER

Some 2018 Fiesta vehicles equipped with rear drum brakes built on 8-Mar-2018 and through and through 06-Jun-2018 may exhibit a soft brake pedal feel and/or long brake pedal travel. Replace both front brake caliper. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM) Section, 206-06. For claiming, use causal part 2B121 and applicable...

SSM 47405 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Some 2018 Fiesta vehicles equipped with rear drum brakes built on 8-Mar-2018 and through and through 06-Jun-2018 may exhibit a soft brake pedal feel and/or long brake pedal travel. Replace both front brake caliper. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM) Section, 206-06. For claiming, use causal part 2B121 and applicable...

NHTSA Investigations for the 2018 FORD FIESTA

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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