2014 Ford Fiesta: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2014 Ford Fiesta: 7 recalls, 502 owner complaints and up to 30 mpg combined.
Recalls
7 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #14V402000 · 2014 · 175 vehicles
What's wrong: Due to a manufacturing error, the fuel tank May leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford has notified the affected owners. Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2014.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #15V005000 · 2015 · 54,543 vehicles
What's wrong: 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…
Why it matters: If the fuel pump fails, the vehicle May stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began on February 27, 2015.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #15V246000 · 2015 · 456,440 vehicles
What's wrong: On April 30, 2015, Ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 119,567 vehicles, including certain model year 2011 Ford fiestas manufactured from November 11, 2009, to May 31, 2013 and certain model year 2013 Ford fusion and Lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured from February 1, 2012, to June 30, 2012. A component within the door latches May break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a…
Why it matters: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches with an improved part, free of charge. Interim notifications were mailed to owners on June 5, 2015. The recall began on December 18, 2015.
Engine & cooling Vehicle recall #17V209000 · 2017 · 208,584 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: If the cylinder head cracks and leaks oil, the oil May contact a hot engine or exhaust component, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #17V210000 · 2017 · 191,432 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2017.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #20V177000 · 2020 · 288,110 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and Ford or Lincoln dealers will replace the side door latches, free of charge. The recall began September 21, 2020.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #20V331000 · 2020 · 2,147,323 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the latch date codes to confirm if the repair was done correctly, and replace the side door latches if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to inspect their own vehicle's door latches and enter the date codes into a website to…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 8 mention a fire, 17 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (208): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (126), noise or vibration (42), stalls / loses power (35).
- Engine (83): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (23), overheating (16).
- Other / unknown (78): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (9).
- Body & structure (54): the most common themes are door / lock issues (50).
The 2014 Ford Fiesta has 502 owner complaints, ranking #4 of 12 Fiesta model years for complaints (1.9× the average Fiesta year). Complaints peaked in 2019 (99 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 40,050 miles. Neighboring years: 2013 (668 complaints, 3 recalls), 2015 (258 complaints, 4 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 35 | 30 | Regular |
| 1.6 L 4-cyl | Automatic (AM6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 | 36 | 30 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2014 Ford Fiesta have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recalls for the 2014 Ford Fiesta. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2014 Ford Fiesta problems?
Owners have filed 502 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (208), engine (83), other / unknown (78).
What gas mileage does the 2014 Ford Fiesta get?
EPA ratings run up to 30 mpg combined (1.6 L, Manual 5-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2014 Ford Fiesta repair manual?
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