2017 Ford Fiesta problems, complaints & recalls
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Ford Fiesta, most often about engine. There are 0 recalls for this model year.
- Complaints
- 53
- Recalls
- 0
- Crashes
- 2
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 7
- Median mileage
- 63,400 mi at time of problem
Key facts
- Engine is the most-reported problem area, named in 15 of 53 complaints (28%).
- Transmission & Drivetrain (15) and fuel, hybrid & EV propulsion (15) follow.
- Half of the complaints that list mileage happened before 63,400 mi.
- Owners reported 2 crashes, 0 fires and 7 injuries.
- NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations covering this vehicle.
- It ranks 7th of 9 Ford Fiesta model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
- That is 57% fewer complaints than the 2016 model year (123).
2017 Ford Fiesta problems by category
- Engine · 1 crash15 complaints
- Transmission & Drivetrain15 complaints
- Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion15 complaints
- Other / Unknown7 complaints
- Electrical System6 complaints
- Wheels & Tires3 complaints
- Brakes2 complaints
- Seats & Seat Belts · 1 crash2 complaints
- Steering1 complaints
- Suspension1 complaints
- Body & Structure1 complaints
- Visibility & Wipers1 complaints
- Driver Assistance & Safety Tech1 complaints
- Airbags · 1 crash1 complaints
- Acceleration & Cruise Control1 complaints
A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.
Most-reported components
| Component (as filed with NHTSA) | Complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 13 |
| Power train | 13 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 11 |
| Unknown or other | 7 |
| Electrical system | 6 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 3 |
| Power train:clutch assembly | 2 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 |
When problems happen (mileage)
2017 Ford Fiesta recalls (0)
No recalls on file.
NHTSA defect investigations
- EA26004Opened Jul 31, 2026Open
Timing Belt Failure
On December 18, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE25020 to investigate instances of timing belt failure in model year (MY) 2015-2017 Ford Fiesta and MY 2015-2018 Ford Focus vehicles manufactured by Ford Motor Company (Ford), equipped with a 1.0L engine and manual transmission (subject vehicles). Additionally, MY 2018-2021 Ford EcoSport and MY 2016-2018 Focus vehicles with a 1.0L engine and automatic transmission were analyzed as peer vehicles because they utilize a wet timing belt comprised of similar material as the timing belt in the subject vehicles. Through the PE, O…
- PE25020Opened Dec 18, 2025Closed Jul 31, 2026
Timing Belt Failure
On December 18, 2025, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE25020 to investigate instances of timing belt failure in model year (MY) 2015-2017 Ford Fiesta and MY 2015-2018 Ford Focus vehicles manufactured by Ford Motor Company (Ford), equipped with a 1.0L engine and manual transmission (subject vehicles). Additionally, MY 2018-2021 Ford EcoSport and MY 2016-2018 Focus vehicles with a 1.0L engine and automatic transmission were analyzed as peer vehicles because they utilize a wet timing belt comprised of similar material as the timing belt in the subject vehicles. Through the PE, O…
Recent 2017 Ford Fiesta complaints
Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
- Filed Sep 4, 2026CAEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
Check engine light illuminated. Dealer retrieved DTC P0457 for an EVAP leak. Dealer performed EVAP diagnostic testing and determined that the canister purge valve was leaking. Purge valve was replaced at owner expense. After replacement, EVAP leak verification passed and DTC was resolved. I am reporting the failure because Ford has previously identified canister purge valve failures on other Ford vehicles and I believe similar failures may be occurring on Ford Fiesta…
NHTSA complaint #11762109 · source - Filed Jul 30, 2026CAElectrical System
The A/C vent actuating solenoids under the dash have all failed. They don't allow the cool air to be routed properly. We have had the dealers service center check each time as they would fail, and they found replacement is needed at each visit. The actuators began failing at 6,000 miles, and continued dropping off one by one at various mileage until all three are now not functioning. My car has 11,500 miles now. The solenoids just click now constantly while driving as all…
NHTSA complaint #11753744 · source - Filed Jun 26, 202586,000 miMDTransmission & Drivetrain
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked and experienced hard shifts from first to second gear and from second to third gear. The contact stated that the RPM were significantly high prior to shifting gear, then decreased before the vehicle accelerated as intended. The contact stated that the transmission had failed to shift to reverse(R). The contact stated that DTC: 4P07A5; was retrieved, indicating…
NHTSA complaint #11669409 · source - Filed May 16, 2025NJFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
I have this car since 2019 with 8000 miles and this is the 3rd time the code came up for the evap system to be repaired. P0456. The first time it was replaced was at mileage 47084 at winner Ford dealership. On June 11th 2021. The second time it was replaced was at Winter Ford dealership on March 17th 2022 with mileage 59,678. The light just came on today and the code came up again. PO456. I now have 102,000 mi on my car. I think that this should be a recall worth looking…
NHTSA complaint #11661557 · source - Filed May 6, 2025ARTowedEngine
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact was uncertain if any warning lights were illuminated. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was discovered that the engine oil pump belt needed to be replaced. Upon investigation, the mechanic linked the failure to NHTSA Campaign…
NHTSA complaint #11659244 · source - Filed Mar 18, 202571,000 miALEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with a purge valve solenoid. The contact was informed that the purge valve solenoid was stuck in the open position. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the failure had occurred three times within four years. The manufacturer was…
NHTSA complaint #11649114 · source - Filed Mar 12, 2025OKEngine
On the coldest night of the winter the engine overheated. Pulled over immediately; , , now car will not start believe lit cracked the head or head gasket
NHTSA complaint #11647793 · source - Filed Feb 25, 202544,000 miHIFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that after refueling, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was jumpstarted. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure persisted after refueling. The contact stated that a bystander assisted with restarting the vehicle, by depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the canister purge valve had previously been replaced, but the failure recurred. The vehicle…
NHTSA complaint #11644795 · source
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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology