MYRModel Year Report

2019 Ford Fiesta

▲ Better than typical
2019 Ford Fiesta
RENDERED 2026-08-02T10:03:26.361Z

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, 2019 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
2019: 92 complaints
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YearComplaints
19881
19891
19912
20011
20021
2011729
2012616
2013667
2014501
2015257
2016178
201772
201835
201992

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

BACK OVER PREVENTION 27%

27% of complaints: back over prevention — 25 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
POWER TRAIN 23%

23% of complaints: power train — 21 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
ENGINE 11%

11% of complaints: engine — 10 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES 10%

10% of complaints: service brakes — 9 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
AIR BAGS 9%

9% of complaints: air bags — 8 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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The contact owned a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle was rear-ended by another driver. The damage was on the rear driver's side of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231024

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, an oncoming vehicle crashed into the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that none of the air bags deployed.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230908

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 FORD FIESTA. THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING AT 30 MPH WHEN SHE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO AN ELECTRICAL POLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190923

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20191010 — service brakes, hydraulic

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Fiesta vehicles. The brake calipers may have been manufactured with the incorrect assembly fluid, which can cause the caliper's rubber seals to swell.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake fluid and replace the front brake calipers and brake hoses, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

Campaign 19V629000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20260102 — back over prevention

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Flex, 2015 Explorer, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKZ, 2015-2016 C-Max, Escape, Taurus, 2016 Fusion, 2018-2019 Taurus, 2019 Lincoln MKT, Fiesta, and 2020 Mustang vehicles.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years.

Campaign 25V695000 — check if this car was fixed

R Date not on file — back over prevention

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Flex, Fiesta, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed January 22, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated March 2027.

Campaign 24V951000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2019 Ford Fiesta — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for back over prevention issues (25 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (21 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 24V951000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19V629000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 25V695000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2018 ▲ 2017 ▲ 2016

WORST YEARS

■ 2011 ■ 2013 ■ 2012

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FAQ

Is the 2019 Ford Fiesta reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2019 Ford Fiesta is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Fiesta?

The most-reported component is back over prevention, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2019 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.