Research · Subcompact Cars
2017 Ford FiestaRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 74 owner complaints for the 2017 Ford Fiesta. Most complaints involve power train (22) and engine (19). The EPA rates it 29–35 mpg combined, and NHTSA gives it 4 stars overall.
Combined MPG
29–35mpg
EPA · 4 versions
NHTSA overall
4of 5 stars
NCAP crash tests
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
74
Top: power train
Fuel cost / yr
$1,850est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2017 Ford Fiesta as of Oct 28, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Oct 28, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
74 complaints filed with NHTSA · Jul 2017 – Sep 2026
- Power train22
- Engine19
- Fuel/propulsion system12
- Electrical system7
- Service brakes5
- Engine and engine cooling4
- Fuel system, gasoline4
- Wheels4
- Vehicle speed control4
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Power train
22 reports
“The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked and experienced hard shifts from first to second gear and from second to third gear. The contact stated that the RPM were significantly high prior to shifting gear, then decreased before the vehicle accelerated as intended. The contact stated that the transmission had failed to shift to reverse(R). The contact stated that DTC: 4P07A5; was retrieved, indicating transmission friction element B stuck On. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was filed. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 86,000.”
Engine
19 reports2 crashes
“Check engine light illuminated. Dealer retrieved DTC P0457 for an EVAP leak. Dealer performed EVAP diagnostic testing and determined that the canister purge valve was leaking. Purge valve was replaced at owner expense. After replacement, EVAP leak verification passed and DTC was resolved. I am reporting the failure because Ford has previously identified canister purge valve failures on other Ford vehicles and I believe similar failures may be occurring on Ford Fiesta vehicles.”
Fuel/propulsion system
12 reports
“I have this car since 2019 with 8000 miles and this is the 3rd time the code came up for the evap system to be repaired. P0456. The first time it was replaced was at mileage 47084 at winner Ford dealership. On June 11th 2021. The second time it was replaced was at Winter Ford dealership on March 17th 2022 with mileage 59,678. The light just came on today and the code came up again. PO456. I now have 102,000 mi on my car. I think that this should be a recall worth looking into. Thank you”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Oct 28, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
4 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 (AM-S6) · 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
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiesta SFE FWD Man 5-spd, 3 cyl, 1.0 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 31 | 41 | 35 | $1,850 | 254 |
| Fiesta FWD Auto (AM-S6), 4 cyl, 1.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 37 | 31 | $2,050 | 286 |
| Fiesta FWD Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 35 | 30 | $2,150 | 293 |
| Fiesta ST FWD Man 6-spd, 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive | 26 | 33 | 29 | $2,200 | 308 |
- 35mpg comb.
- 31mpg comb.
- 30mpg comb.
- 29mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Oct 28, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
2 tested variants
Overall rating
4/ 5
4 of 5Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD
- Frontal crash
- 4 of 5
- Side crash
- 5 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
- 5 of 5
- Side pole
- 5 of 5
- Rollover
- 4 of 5
- Rollover risk
- 14.3%
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat 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.
2017 Fiesta questions
How many recalls does the 2017 Ford Fiesta have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Oct 28, 2026.
What are the most common 2017 Ford Fiesta problems?
Owners filed 74 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are power train (22), engine (19), fuel/propulsion system (12). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2017 Ford Fiesta get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Ford Fiesta at 29–35 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).
How safe is the 2017 Ford Fiesta?
NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program gives the 2017 Ford Fiesta 4 out of 5 stars overall.
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Oct 28, 2026