2011 Ford Fiesta Ford Fiesta 2011

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2011 Ford Fiesta repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (22%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (24%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 511 repairs.
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2011 Ford Fiesta other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (3%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (97%)

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Chart based on 29 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Ford Fiesta

Engine not specified

24180 mi Windshield washer tank cracked 
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. 

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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. 
17000 mi Track for power window out of alignment/binding 
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) 

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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

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. 
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.  
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. 
2133 mi Reprogram key fob 
155000 mi Door Latches Replaced as part of recall. One had failed. 
8300 mi Left passenger window went up very slowly. Dealer replaced the trim at the bottom of the window which was binding. 
37400 mi Door latch recall fix was performed. We were not able to open the door sometimes in very cold weather. 
12000 mi new rear seats 
1000 mi A cover came loose and was rubbing on the axle. 
25700 mi front and rear passenger windows not rolling up properly 
2000 mi Driver's side LED parking lamp loose on bottom end. Simple reattachment needed. 
7000 mi Vibration around 2000 RPM. Did not replicate when taken for a test drive. Vibration has since decreased after 2 weeks.  
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 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. 
11000 mi Broken hood stand retaining clip (repaired),  
9000 mi drivers seat will not hold its height adjustment - gradually sinks down over several days of driving. 
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. 

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2011 Ford Fiesta 4dr Hatch

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

18800 mi left rear passenger door weather strip fell loose 
10000 mi 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. 
4340 mi Drivers seat would not remain in elevated position. Seat would slowly drop while driving. 

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