2015 Ford Fiesta
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 104 of 258 complaints (40%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 502 in 2014 to 258 in 2015.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | vs. 2015 Subcompact Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 1,950 | 1,800–2,150 | 1,800–2,150 | 1,800–2,150 | 1,800–2,150 | |
| Combined MPG | 32 | 29–35 | 29–35 | 29–35 | 29–35 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 29 / 37–38 | 26–31 / 34–41 | 26–31 / 34–41 | 26–31 / 32–41 | 26–31 / 33–41 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 272–276 | 252–305 | 252–305 | 252–310 | 254–308 | |
| Complaints filed | 667 | 502 | 258 | 178 | 74 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 12 | 23 | 16 | 10 | 7 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 4 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 9 | 17 | 24 | 10 | 12 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| Configurations compared | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Ford Fiesta have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2015 Ford Fiesta?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 104 of 258 NHTSA complaints (40%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Ford Fiesta get?
EPA rates it 29–35 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2015 Ford Fiesta?
EPA estimates $1,800–$2,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (4)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AM6) | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 27 mpg | 36 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,100 | 294 g/mi |
| Configuration 2 | Manual 5-spd | 3 | 1.0L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 31 mpg (high) | 41 mpg (high) | 35 mpg (high) | $1,800 (low) | 252 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Manual 6-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Compact Cars | 26 mpg (low) | 34 mpg (low) | 29 mpg (low) | $2,150 (high) | 305 g/mi (high) |
| Configuration 4 | Manual 5-spd | 4 | 1.6L | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular | Subcompact Cars | 27 mpg | 35 mpg | 30 mpg | $2,100 | 292 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 74 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 104 | 4 | 0 | 15 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 44 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Electrical | 20 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes | 10 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 15 | 7 | 0 | 9 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 18 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 36 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH · Campaign 23V775000 · Nov 20, 2023
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 Fiesta, 2016 Fusion, and 2016 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 inside the door latches may break, which can make it difficult to latch or possibly allow the doors to open while driving.
Consequence: Vehicle doors opening unexpectedly while driving can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the door latch date codes and if necessary, replace all four side door latches, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 20, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S15. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-177.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH · Campaign 20V177000 · Mar 24, 2020
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and Ford or Lincoln dealers will replace the side door latches, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S15.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · Campaign 17V209000 · Mar 29, 2017
Defect: 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.
Consequence: If the cylinder head cracks and leaks oil, the oil may contact a hot engine or exhaust component, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a coolant level sensor and the supporting hardware and software, free of charge. Interim notices informing owners of the safety risk were mailed April 21, 2017. The recall began on January 5, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S09.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · Campaign 15V005000 · Jan 9, 2015
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on January 8, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 15, 2014, to May 8, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured April 21, 2014, to May 15, 2014. On April 30, 2015, Ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 45,505 vehicles, including certain model year 2014-2015 Ford Transit Connect vehicles manufactured November 11, 2013, to August 29, 2014, 2014-2015 Ford Fiesta vehicles manufactured April 10, 2014, to June 17, 2014 and 2014 Ford Edge vehicles manufactured April 30, 2014, to May 21, 2014. Improper nickel plating of components within the fuel pump may result in the fuel pump failing.
Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle may stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14S30.