10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 3 / 1
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 35,106 miles
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The car was stationary in my yard and when I started driving the airbag light would turn on and when I turn off the car and on again would go away then would return again being stationary
- Aguada, PR, USA
The issue in question involves the door latch mechanism. There was previously a recall issued for Ford Fiesta vehicles manufactured between 2012 and 2014. My vehicle is a 2014 model and the vehicle was stationary at the time of the incident. This recall was put into effect either in 2014 or 2015 when the issue became prominent and pronounced. This is the first incident and/or issue that I have experienced with this vehicle. The driver side rear door just decided not to latch two days ago when I arrived at work after retrieving items from the back seat. I took the vehicle to my local dealership this morning to see if it could be rectified as well as find out if any active recalls were presently unrepaired. It was determined that there are no active recalls for the door latch system, however it is feasible and recommended that another recall be issued in light of my recent door latch issue.
- Killeen, TX, USA
Vehicle caught on fire underneath engine area, unsure why as of now but do have fire report. Bought vehicle Saturday and by Monday it was on fire.oil was spilling out of bottom.
- Pittsbugh, PA, USA
The passenger rear door's latch stopped working. No damages or accidents were done to my car. I rarely use the rear of my car. However, my VIN number doesn't show a recall associated with my specific car even though there is an acknowledged recall for this issue for my specific year, make and model of my car. Also, less than a week later, the rear drivers side door's latch broke in the exact same way as the passenger rear door's latch. This is a safety issue and can lead to accidents and personal harm. I want to get all my latch's fixed, reimbursement for the one I had to pay for, and an apology from Ford. I checked my VIN number and the result showed "0 unrepaired recalls associated with this VIN". however, this specific response does not mean there was never a recall associated with this car. It means that the recalls that were associated with the car have been fixed. However, what if the door latch they used to "fix" the recall for it was faulty as well" how would I be able to check whether the recall that was completed was for the door latch's" how do I get Ford to acknowledge that the issue with my car (two faulty door latches within a week of each other) needs to have a recall on it and needs to be fixed free of charge? I want to discourage the buying of Ford cars as I have heard of many issues with Ford cars and I am now experiencing them myself. I am filling this report in hopes to help others not just myself. Door latches breaking can lead to serious harm.
- Glendale, AZ, USA
I have Ford Fiesta 2014.. the radio not working. When I search on internet, youtube I noticed that a lot of people ( Ford Fiesta owners) had the same problem. Ford company may fix it.
- Guanica, PR, USA
Door latch on back drivers side opened during movement of car on a city street. My daughter was able to pull over but was unable to close door. The car was taken to Ford and the VIN was not covered under the 3 million cars serviced for this very same issue.
- Las Vegas, NV, USA
Right rear door latch stopped working suddenly. Backing out of my driveway I noticed my passenger rear door swing open. I stopped to close it but it bounced off the frame with each attempt. Would not latch no matter how hard I pushed. Had to put car in garage because there is no way to secure the contents.
- Cocoa, FL, USA
On July 23 2019, I noticed my car door would not close. This is the second incident in one year. Ford is putting my life and my family's life in danger. Last year, it was the left rear door, more recently it was the driver's door.
- Peoria, AZ, USA
While parked to fuel my car, I opened the rear driver side door. Upon closing the door it would close but it would not latch. I had to secure the door closed with the rear seatbelt to make it home without the door opening while I was driving.
- Casa Grande, AZ, USA
Rear passenger door latch suddenly stopped working. My 3 year old sits on that side. God knows what would've happened had we been on the highway
- Moncks Corner, SC, USA
Door latch had failed and was noticed after getting out of car the car in a parking lot. Went to close the rear passenger door and was almost hit by it bouncing back due to the latch being inoperable.
- Mesa, AZ, USA
Driver's side rear passenger door unlaches while car is in motion.
- Maricopa, AZ, USA
Have had constant issues with the radio unit, now on my 2nd unit. Radio starts making a popping, crackling, thumping loud sound from the speakers, until stops working with no sound. Then these thumping sounds are generated even with the radio off (not playing anything)! which I presume a short or wiring issue. I'm shocked we haven't gotten in an accident from jumping/jerking the steering wheel when it happens. Many complaints online to Ford about Fiestas and Focus vehicles but they have not done anything, and the dealer just wants to charge for labor just for inspecting. Please look into this issue. Thanks
- Bayamon, PR, USA
Drivers side door would not close "latch" this also has previously happened on the drivers side rear door. A recall is in effect for some 2014 Ford Fiesta's but this one is not on the list. Was stationary but once the door was open could not be closed due to the door latch not working properly. Have taken this to the local Ford dealership and they say it is not under recall for this VIN
- Mesa, AZ, USA
While driving rear driver's door opened and will not latch closed. Had to tie door down with tape to keep it closed. Took it to Ford dealer in casa grande, Arizona and was told that it is not part of recall. Could not afford to get it fixed.
- Florence, AZ, USA
The car would make a crackaling sound through the speakers for months starting in March of 2018 and on July 5, 2018 the radio, & blue tooth options have now ceased to work
- Baltimore, MD, USA
Car overheated, blew hose, and cracked cylinder with new fan and fluid. Car does not shift correctly and will speed forward.
- Tampa, FL, USA
My vehicle was stationary, I opened my driver side passenger door to let my young sister into the back seat and the door would not close and lock into place. There was no visual issues with the door, but from this point on I was unable to securely close my door. I believe this is a door latch safety issues, which has been identified in other Ford model cars.
- Spring Valley, CA, USA
Ford company knowingly put faulty a transmission in their vehicles. To remedy the situation they then gave an extended warranty for the transmission, but when take your car to a Ford dealership they refuse to repair things that part of the transmission. This is very misleading to consumers and a hazard for me and my children safety on the road. The gears shift while in motion, which has almost several times caused other vehicles to hit me. When at a stop pulling off it will barely accelerate or give a jerking acceleration, which is awful when pedestrians are near. All of which happens sporadically on the highway or in city traffic. This has been a continuous problem 2 years and thus far I've taken my vehicle to three different Ford dealership and none are willing to uphold the Ford warranty and/or address the issue that Ford knows is a hazard. In closing, I received notice about an settlement regarding this vehicle, I received nothing and I'm stuck with a vehicle no one will repair.
- Kansas City, MO, USA
- Al Ain, IL, USA