MYRModel Year Report

2016 Ford Fiesta

▲ Better than typical
2016 Ford Fiesta
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:03:33.705Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Ford Fiesta Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2016 highlighted. 1988: 1 complaints 1988 1989: 1 complaints 1991: 2 complaints 1991 2001: 1 complaints 2002: 1 complaints 2002 2011: 729 complaints 2012: 616 complaints 2012 2013: 667 complaints 2014: 501 complaints 2014 2015: 257 complaints 2016: 178 complaints 2016 2017: 72 complaints 2018: 35 complaints 2018 2019: 92 complaints 2019
2016: 178 complaints
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YearComplaints
19881
19891
19912
20011
20021
2011729
2012616
2013667
2014501
2015257
2016178
201772
201835
201992

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 51%

51% of complaints: power train — 90 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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TRANSMJTIONS FEELS SLUGISH ONE DAY NORMAL NEXT REVS UP AT TIMES MORE THAN NORMAL MAKEING VEHILCE SPEED UP WHEN NEEDING TO SLOW DOWN . SUSPENSION OFTEN WARPS OUT OF PLACE MAKEING THE DRIVE HARSH ON MOTAR AND FALLS BACK ON PLACE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20180409

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shaking abnormally. The contact stated that the gear shifter was inoperable.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231003

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the gear shifter was inoperable. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230915

ENGINE 19%

19% of complaints: engine — 33 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12%

12% of complaints: electrical system — 22 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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DAYLIGHT RUNNING LAMPS INOPERATIVE AT TIME OF PURCHASE. PAID FOR TX INSPECTION. DISCOVERED AFTER LEAVING DEALERSHIP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20160802

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 6%

6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 11 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD FIESTA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED SPONTANEOUSLY AND STRUCK A TREE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY THE DEALER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20171102

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 11 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

I 20251218 — PE (open)

Timing Belt Failure

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2016 Ford Fiesta — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (90 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (33 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (22 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2018 ▲ 2017 ▲ 2019

WORST YEARS

■ 2011 ■ 2013 ■ 2012

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FAQ

Is the 2016 Ford Fiesta reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Ford Fiesta is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Ford Fiesta?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 51% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2016 Ford Fiesta have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.