2019 Ford Fiesta Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2019 Ford Fiesta.

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Complaints
102
Crashes
14
Fires
1
Injuries
10
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2019 Ford Fiesta Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#121 complaints

Backup Camera

Avg mileage:68,658 mi
Crash-related:1
#221 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:57,472 mi
Crash-related:2
#310 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:35,525 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2019 Ford Fiesta.

Backup Camera
21
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
68,658
Transmission / Drivetrain
21
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
57,472
Engine Problems
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
35,525
Brakes
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
8,257
Airbags
8
complaints
Crashes
7
Fires
Avg Miles
45,450
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
135,000
Unintended Acceleration
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Horn
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electronic Stability Control
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Exterior Lighting:Back Up Lights
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2019 Ford Fiesta

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~1,481,994 vehicles.

25V695000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~1,448,655 affected

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. The rearview camera may display a distorted, intermittent, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.

24V951000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~30,715 affected

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.

19V629000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper
~2,624 affected

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.

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2019 Ford Fiesta — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2019 Ford Fiesta reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2019 Ford Fiesta has 102 NHTSA complaints, 14 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Backup Camera with 21 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2019 Ford Fiesta?
Top reported problems: Backup Camera (21 complaints, avg 68,658 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (21 complaints, avg 57,472 mi); Engine Problems (10 complaints, avg 35,525 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2019 Ford Fiesta?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 55,634 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2019 Ford Fiesta?
NHTSA complaints for the 2019 Ford Fiesta include 14 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 10 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2019 Ford Fiesta have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 1,481,994 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2019 Ford Fiesta?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Ford Fiesta reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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