2012 Ford Fiesta Ford Fiesta 2012

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2012 Ford Fiesta repairs by problem area

Engine (19%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (38%)

Brakes and Traction Control (2%)

Suspension and Steering (14%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (3%)

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2012 Ford Fiesta suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (7%)

$500 - $999 (21%)

$100 - $499 (21%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 14 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Ford Fiesta

Engine not specified

24800 mi According to Ford Dealer, it is rack and pinion causing the loud unusual noise coming from under the car. Not yet verified to fix the problem since no parts yet available. 

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2012 Ford Fiesta 4dr Sedan

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD

12200 mi Strut mount upper, failed. Fixed under extended warranty. 
62000 mi

US $1300
rear shock absorber leaking 
78000 mi

US $500
Noise in the breaks. Wheel bearing rotor and pads replaced 

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2012 Ford Fiesta 4dr Sedan

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

46700 mi

US $600
Since purchased new, the vehicle had clunking noise from front passenger side when temperature went below 15 F. Dealer determined that right front strut was defective. Both struts were replaced. 
63000 mi

US $110
Had a clunking noise from trunk area when driving over bumps in road. Purchased new rear shocks. Left rear shock was found to be leaking oil when removed from vehicle. 
125000 mi

US $600
During the annual inspection, the mechanic noticed that the rear shocks were leaking. The shocks were replaced with new aftermarket shocks. 

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2012 Ford Fiesta 4dr Hatch

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD

61000 mi Front left wheel bearing found to be bad. Dealer replaced with New parts. 

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2012 Ford Fiesta 4dr Hatch

120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

53000 mi

US $350
Leaking rear shocks 
53000 mi

US $160
Clunking noise when turning. Right lower ball joint bad and was replaced. 
39600 mi loud clunking noise under vehicle when temp below -10 C stabilizer bar 
37200 mi rear shocks blown, leaking fluid, 4 previous trips missed this, letter of complaint to Ford to get any proper service 
40300 mi Trip a year ago to complain about noise in front end, the struts were finally replaced 

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2012 Ford Fiesta Suspension Problems

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