2013 Ford Fiesta
This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 1 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1991 | 2 |
| 2001 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2011 | 729 |
| 2012 | 616 |
| 2013 | 667 |
| 2014 | 501 |
| 2015 | 257 |
| 2016 | 178 |
| 2017 | 72 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 92 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
57% of complaints: power train — 378 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURY16% of complaints: engine — 109 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
MY FORD FIESTA 2013 HAS BEEN HAVING ISSUES WITH SHUDDERING, LUNGING, JERKING, AND FAILING TO ENGAGE GEAR SHIFTS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130830
9% of complaints: electrical system — 61 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
MY FORD FIESTA 2013 HAS BEEN HAVING ISSUES WITH SHUDDERING, LUNGING, JERKING, AND FAILING TO ENGAGE GEAR SHIFTS.
NHTSA ODI report, 20130830
8% of complaints: structure — 56 distinct reports on file.
CRASH6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 43 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Fiesta vehicles, manufactured from November 3, 2009 through September 21, 2012. The vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (F
Remedy: Ford will notify owners and dealers will reprogram the vehicle's software free of charge so that it no longer suppresses the passenger side curtain air bag when the front passenger seat is empty, and
Campaign 12V488000 — check if this car was fixed
Door Latch Failure
Door Latch Failure
Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on April 23, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured July 1, 2012, to May 31, 2013, and 2012-2014 Fiesta vehicles manufactured...
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches with an improved part, free of charge. Interim notifications were mailed to owners on June 5, 2015. The recall began on December 18, 2015.
Campaign 15V246000 — check if this car was fixed
Door Latch Failures
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the latch date codes to confirm if the repair was done correctly, and replace the side door latches if necessary, free of charge.
Campaign 20V331000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2013 Ford Fiesta — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (378 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (109 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (61 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 12V488000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 15V246000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
- Verify recall 20V331000 (latches/locks/linkages) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2013 Ford Fiesta reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Ford Fiesta is rated "significantly worse".
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford Fiesta?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2013 Ford Fiesta have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.