There are no safety recalls for the 2016 Ford Fiesta, but owners have filed 179 complaints with NHTSA.
2016 Ford Fiesta problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 103 | |
| Engine | 34 | |
| Electrical System | 26 | |
| Unknown or Other | 22 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 11 | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 11 | |
| Structure | 8 | |
| Steering | 7 | |
| Seat Belts | 6 | |
| Wheels | 6 | |
| Suspension | 5 | |
| Air Bags | 4 | |
Most reported parts
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) — 8
- Structure › Body — 6
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 3
- Power Train › Clutch Assembly — 2
- Seat Belts › Front › Retractor — 1
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control — 1
- Latches/Locks/Linkages › Hood › Latch — 1
- Electrical System › Ignition — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 57,183 miles (median of owner reports).
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Recent 2016 Ford Fiesta complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine · reported Oct 21, 2026
I am reporting a severe safety defect regarding a sudden loss of motive power caused by the internal oil pump drive 'wet belt' system on my 2016 Ford Fiesta SE 1.0L EcoBoost (Manual Transmission). While driving, the vehicle's engine oil pressure warning light illuminated. Shortly thereafter, the vehicle suffered a sudden and severe loss of engine power, dropping speed drastically on a public roadway. This sudden loss of throttle response and speed placed me and surrounding traffic at a severe risk of a rear-end collision. This exact mechanical failure modeâwhere the oil pump drive belt…
Power Train · reported Oct 28, 2025
I have come to find that this vehicle suffers from premature slave cylinder failure, there are roughly 62,000 miles on the vehicle. Typical failure is reported to Ford between 70,000 and 80,000 miles. First symptoms appeared at roughly 58,000 miles. As I am a single father and a full time communications worker, I was not able to address this issue immediately upon discovering the initial symptoms as it would need further diagnosis. Clutch hydraulic fluids appear to be well sealed and clean. The design flaw with this system should be relatively obvious to a major automobile manufacturer such as…
Electrical System · at 190,000 miles · reported Sep 22, 2025
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2016 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 110,000. It was later discovered that the actual mileage was 190,000.
Power Train · at 70,000 miles · reported Aug 1, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended and hesitated to respond. Additionally, the vehicle failed to reverse as intended. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided, and the contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall. The failure mileage was 70,000.
Power Train · at 130,000 miles · reported Jul 24, 2025
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle was losing motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed and it was determined that the spark plugs needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken back to the same dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the ignition coils needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure reoccurred. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2016 Ford Fiesta have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2016 Ford Fiesta as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 Ford Fiesta?
Owners report power train problems most often (103 reports), followed by engine (34). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 57,183 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.