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2014 Ford FiestaRecalls, problems, MPG & safety

NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls and 504 owner complaints for the 2014 Ford Fiesta. Most complaints involve power train (208) and engine (84). The EPA rates it 29–35 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.

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Combined MPG
29–35mpg
EPA · 5 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
7campaigns
Latest Jun 2020
Owner complaints
504
Top: power train
Fuel cost / yr
$1,850est.
EPA estimate, best version
01 —Recalls

Safety recalls

7 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN

Latches

Free remedy

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. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15V-246, 16V-643 or 17V-210, however the repair may not have been completed properly. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.

Latches/locks/linkagesReported Jun 8, 2020NHTSA 20V331000

Latches

Free remedy

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Fiesta, 2014-2016 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles sold, or ever registered in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Washington, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.

Latches/locks/linkagesReported Mar 23, 2020NHTSA 20V177000

Engine and engine cooling: engine

Remedy pending

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Escape, 2014-2015 Fiesta ST, 2013-2014 Fusion and 2013-2015 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 1.6L GTDI engines. If the vehicle is started and driven with an insufficient level of coolant within the engine cooling system, the engine cylinder head may overheat, crack and leak oil.

Engine and engine coolingReported Mar 27, 2017NHTSA 17V209000
See all 7 recalls with remedies
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
02 —Complaints

Owner complaints by component

504 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jan 2014 – Oct 2026
  1. Power train208
  2. Engine84
  3. Structure54
  4. Electrical system45
  5. Latches/locks/linkages30
  6. Fuel/propulsion system30
  7. Vehicle speed control25
  8. Air bags18
  9. Service brakes11

Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.

By model year

Complaints for each Fiesta model year we’ve synced.

View as table
Model yearNHTSA complaints
2011730
2012617
2013668
2014504
2015259
2016179
201774
201835
2019105
Crashes reported
23
Fires reported
8
Injuries reported
17
Deaths reported
0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
03 —Common problems

What owners report most

Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component

Power train

208 reports3 crashes1 fire
“Brand new OEM ford clutch slave cylinder failed while in traffic. Part number DG9Z-7A564-B fell apart during test drive after it was newly installed. Lost ability to use the clutch pedal and could not pull the car out of gear while in traffic. Component was not inspected by manufacturer yet, there were no warning lights on the dash when it occurred. Was able to get the car back home and noticed brake fluid pouring out from inside the bell housing of the transmission where the slave cylinder is housed.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled May 11, 2026Power trainODI 11736922

Engine

84 reports2 crashes3 fires
“The "Engine Oil Pressure Low, Stop Safely" warning appeared on the information screen as the car was starting up. The car is available for inspection, but I have not taken it to a Ford dealership or a mechanic for inspection. Google just said that it is a severe "wet timing belt degradation" issue and that I should NOT drive the car. The closest dealer is 21 miles away. I am worried that the engine will fail. This is my only transportation.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Oct 12, 2026EngineODI 11770495

Structure

54 reports2 crashes
“I WAS TOLD WAY BACK WHEN THAT DOOR LATCHES HAD A DEFECT. THAT THERE WAS A RECALL. COLONIAL FORD OF DANBURY CT AVOIDED DOING THE COMPLETE RECALLS. SUCH IS SO THAT I PAID OUT OF POCKET A TRANSMISSION REBUILD AND TOOK FORD 2 YEARS TO REEMBURSE ME THE COST. BUT THE DOOR LATCH RECALL WAS STILL IN EFFECT. IT TURNS OUT THAT IM GETTING A DOOR OPEN WARNING ON DASH WHILE DOORS ARE CLOSED. THIS WAS A DEFECT RECALL GOING BACK 5-6 YEARS BUT WAS NEVER REPLACED. NOW DEALER TELLS ME MY CAR WAS'NT PART OF THE RECALL.”
Owner complaint to NHTSAFiled Apr 2, 2026Structure, Unknown or otherODI 11728773
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Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
04 —Key specs

Engines, transmissions & drive

5 versions rated by the EPA
EPA class
Subcompact Cars, Compact Cars
Engines
1.0L 3-cyl turbo · 1.6L 4-cyl · 1.6L 4-cyl turbo
Transmissions
Manual 5-spd · Automatic (AM6) · Manual 6-spd
Drive
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline

Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.

Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026EPA listing
05 —Fuel economy

EPA fuel economy by version

City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
VersionCityHwyComb.Fuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Fiesta SFE FWD
Man 5-spd, 3 cyl, 1.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
314135$1,850252
Fiesta SFE FWD
Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive
283731$2,050285
Fiesta FWD
Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive
273630$2,150294
Fiesta FWD
Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive
273530$2,150292
Fiesta ST FWD
Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
263429$2,200305
  • Fiesta SFE FWD
    Man 5-spd, 3 cyl, 1.0 L, Turbo
    31 city · 41 hwy · $1,850/yr
    35
    mpg comb.
  • Fiesta SFE FWD
    Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L
    28 city · 37 hwy · $2,050/yr
    31
    mpg comb.
  • Fiesta FWD
    Auto (AM6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L
    27 city · 36 hwy · $2,150/yr
    30
    mpg comb.
  • Fiesta FWD
    Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L
    27 city · 35 hwy · $2,150/yr
    30
    mpg comb.
  • Fiesta ST FWD
    Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo
    26 city · 34 hwy · $2,200/yr
    29
    mpg comb.
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Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
06 —Safety

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings

2 tested variants
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5
Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
2 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
14.3%
Overall
4 / 5
Ford Fiesta 4 DR FWD
Frontal crash
4 of 5
Side crash
2 of 5
Side pole
5 of 5
Rollover
4 of 5
Rollover risk
14.3%
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Oct 28, 2026Vehicle 8016Vehicle 8015
07 —Maintenance

Maintenance basics

General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
ItemMilesTimeNote
Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi6–12 monthsFollow the oil-life monitor if fitted
Tire rotation5,000–7,500 miEvery oil changeCheck pressure monthly
Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi1–2 yearsSooner in dusty areas
Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi1–2 years
Brake fluid—2–3 yearsAbsorbs moisture over time
Coolant60,000–100,000 mi5–10 yearsLong-life coolants last longer
Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi—Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end
12V battery—3–5 yearsHeat shortens battery life
  • Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
    6–12 months
  • Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
    Every oil change
  • Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
    1–2 years
  • Brake fluid—
    2–3 years
  • Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
    5–10 years
  • Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
    —
  • 12V battery—
    3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
09 —FAQ

2014 Fiesta questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Ford Fiesta have?

7 safety recalls as of Oct 28, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.

What are the most common 2014 Ford Fiesta problems?

Owners filed 504 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (208), engine (84), structure (54). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.

What MPG does the 2014 Ford Fiesta get?

The EPA rates the 2014 Ford Fiesta at 29–35 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (5 versions rated).

How safe is the 2014 Ford Fiesta?

NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2014 Ford Fiesta 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026