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Ford Fiesta repairs by problem area

Engine (21%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (25%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (9%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 861 repairs.
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Ford Fiesta other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (2%)

$500 - $999 (2%)

$100 - $499 (6%)

< $100 (90%)

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Chart based on 48 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2015 Ford Fiesta 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 197hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

10100 mi Door latch did not work properly, latch was replaced 
35000 mi Driver's side front window had loud screech about half-way open only while going up. 

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2014 Ford Fiesta 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 197hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD

15000 mi

US $30
Dealer replaced 2 "swollen" lug nuts. 
28200 mi

US $90
Replaced snapped wheel stud. 
3500 mi Hatch strut broken 
Mirror loose and interior door handle broken, neither fixed completely. 
14500 mi The window developed an amazingly loud noise when lowering it. Defective seal of some sort. 
50000 mi Door latch recall 
60000 mi Recall for Door Latch after Latch had broken 

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2014 Ford Fiesta 4dr Hatch

turbocharged 123hp 1.0L I3 5-speed manual FWD

83000 mi

US $200
Leaking water pump 

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2014 Ford Fiesta 4dr Hatch

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

26700 mi Check engine light illuminated. Fuel filler neck had a leak. Replaced under warranty. Dealer checked code, returned evaporations system leak. Dealer cleaned capless fuel filler and light turned off. 

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2013 Ford Fiesta 4dr Sedan

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD

94000 mi Door locks replaced on recall. Rear passenger door would not latch. Had to use a ratchet strap to keep it shut. 
11160 mi Headlight seal gone 

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2013 Ford Fiesta 4dr Hatch

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD

9000 mi Right rear door latch stopped working. Could not close door anymore. 
26000 mi

US $200
Changed front tires 
45200 mi

US $590
Horn muffled - front right fog light popped out of the housing (not damaged) but not seated properly so light is not illuminating the right area. Horn assembly replaced and light reseated. 
58000 mi

US $300
Replace lugnuts 

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2013 Ford Fiesta 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

11160 mi The windshield washer hose was disconnected or broken thus could not wash windshilds 

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2012 Ford Fiesta 4dr Sedan

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

116000 mi

US $50
The driver's seat lumbar support failed. Driver's seat taken apart. One of the metal supports had completely broken. The entire lumbar support assembly was replaced. 

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2012 Ford Fiesta 4dr Hatch

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

21000 mi Lower internal seat support in backrest broke. 
55180 mi door latch replacement, warranty recall 

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2011 Ford Fiesta

Engine not specified

17000 mi Two noises. One reminiscent of an ungreased speedometer cable. The other reminiscent of a transmission low on fluid. They said they couldn't hear the noises and found nothing wrong. 
24180 mi Windshield washer tank cracked 

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2011 Ford Fiesta 4dr Sedan

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD

21700 mi Vibration/rubbing noise near front vent window. 
19840 mi Left Front Wheel: Adjust and re-install clips in splash shield assembly. (missing bolts) Front Bumper Assembly: Re-seat and secure front grill. (missing bolts) 
17000 mi Track for power window out of alignment/binding 

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2011 Ford Fiesta 4dr Sedan

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

81000 mi

US $25
flat tire: Air pressure valve leak repaired. 
39000 mi Ford replaced defective door lock modules under a recall program. Rear passenger door lock failed and door wouldn't close. 
77000 mi Hood prop holder broke. 

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2011 Ford Fiesta 4dr Hatch

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD

31300 mi The fibrous heat shield on the bottom of the hood shrunk and fell loose in the rear. It was lying on the motor but still attached in the front. I bought the part and easily replaced it myself. 
11000 mi Broken hood stand retaining clip (repaired),  
1860 mi terrible burning smell coming from the front end but the mechanic could not find the source .. was back 3 times with the problem and it never was fixed ... the smell stills comes once in a while but not very strong 
9000 mi drivers seat will not hold its height adjustment - gradually sinks down over several days of driving. 
7000 mi Vibration around 2000 RPM. Did not replicate when taken for a test drive. Vibration has since decreased after 2 weeks.  
2000 mi Driver's side LED parking lamp loose on bottom end. Simple reattachment needed. 
25700 mi front and rear passenger windows not rolling up properly 
1000 mi A cover came loose and was rubbing on the axle. 
9000 mi Weatherstrip on passenger rear door began to fall off. Dealer ordered replacement and repair was completed the following week. 
16000 mi Foam padding above radiator began falling off. 
12000 mi new rear seats 
2133 mi Reprogram key fob 
37400 mi Door latch recall fix was performed. We were not able to open the door sometimes in very cold weather. 
100700 mi

US $80
Replaced fuel filler door. Door had broken hinge. 
116000 mi

US $2250
Rear right window would not roll up reliably, window track/guide replaced. $250. 
8300 mi Left passenger window went up very slowly. Dealer replaced the trim at the bottom of the window which was binding. 
155000 mi Door Latches Replaced as part of recall. One had failed. 
8800 mi I called ahead with the TSB number and what needed to be done. They did not order the parts required, but took care of the other warranty work I needed taken care of. So I had to make a return trip for the rear washer fluid leak fix.  
5000 mi Buzzing/grinding noise when accelerating 
5000 mi Buzzing/grinding noise when accelerating. It is still under investigation by Ford. I was able to get the dealer to buy it back. 

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2011 Ford Fiesta 4dr Hatch

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

4340 mi Drivers seat would not remain in elevated position. Seat would slowly drop while driving. 
Rubber window guides were binding on the window preventing it from going up smoothly. 
24000 mi Drivers window goes up slow and binds, causing the auto-kickback to stop and open the window when attempting to use the auto-up feature. Dealer cleaned track and lubed window guides. 
18800 mi left rear passenger door weather strip fell loose 

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