2019 Ford Fiesta

The DPS6 PowerShift dual-clutch transmission in the 2011-2019 Fiesta suffers the same catastrophic defects as the Focus. Owners experience violent shuddering, jerking, loss of acceleration, unexpected rollback, and complete transmission failure. The Fiesta's lighter weight makes the jerking even more pronounced and dangerous in traffic.

Ford extended the clutch warranty to 7 years/100,000 miles. The repair involves replacing the clutch assembly, input shaft seals, and reprogramming the TCM per TSB 18-2512. In severe cases, a complete transmission replacement is necessary. Check eligibility under the Vargas v. Ford class-action settlement.

The Fiesta is affected by Ford's massive door latch recall covering millions of vehicles. The door latch pawl spring tab can fracture due to a materials defect, preventing the door from latching securely. An unlatched door may open while driving at any speed.

Ford issued recalls 15S27 and 16S36 to replace all affected door latches with an improved design. Contact your dealer to verify your VIN. The repair is free of charge. Do not attempt to hold the door closed with aftermarket solutions.

The plastic thermostat housing on the 1.6L engine cracks and leaks coolant, similar to the Focus. The leak may start small but worsens over time. If the coolant level drops far enough, the engine will overheat, potentially causing head gasket or head warping damage.

Replace the thermostat housing with an updated part or an aftermarket aluminum housing. Replace the thermostat and coolant at the same time. Inspect the radiator hoses for deterioration while the system is drained.

The heater core can develop leaks, causing a sweet coolant smell inside the cabin, foggy windshield on cold starts, and wet carpet on the passenger side floor. Coolant loss from a leaking heater core can also lead to engine overheating if not noticed promptly.

Replace the heater core. On the Fiesta, this requires partial dashboard removal and is labor-intensive. Flush the cooling system after replacement. As a temporary measure, the heater core can be bypassed by connecting the two heater hoses together, though this eliminates cabin heat.

The electric power steering system can fail without warning, causing a sudden increase in steering effort. A 'Power Steering Malfunction' or 'Service Power Steering' message appears on the dashboard. The issue is caused by a failing steering column motor or control module and is a significant safety concern at low speeds during parking.

Have the dealer diagnose the steering column with a scan tool. The repair may involve replacing the EPS motor, steering column module, or the entire steering column assembly. Ford issued a TSB addressing EPS failures on 2011-2017 Fiesta models. Check for recall applicability.

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.

A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.

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.

A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed January 22, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated March 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S75.

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.

The swollen seals can cause the brakes to drag, potentially overheating the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake fluid and replace the front brake calipers and brake hoses, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S27.