FORD FIESTA PROBLEMS

Complaints and Common Faults

• 1. Transmission Issues:

  • Shuddering and Jerking. Common reports include transmission shuddering, jerking, and hesitation during acceleration.
    
  • Failure to Engage Gears. Difficulty in shifting gears, slipping gears, and improper engagement of the clutch have been reported numerous times.
    
  • Control Module Failures. Problems with the transmission control module were noted, including the need for replacements which were often on backorder.
    

• 2. Engine and Powertrain Problems:

  • Loss of Power. Instances of vehicles losing power while driving or failing to accelerate properly have been documented.
    
  • Stalling. Reports of the engine stalling, particularly after fueling, were recurrent.
    

• 3. Clutch Problems:

  • Clutch Failures. Complaints about clutch failures, including needing multiple replacements, were common.
    

• 4. Door and Latch Issues:

  • Doors Not Securing. Problems with doors not latching closed properly, sometimes needing temporary fixes like tying doors shut from the inside, were frequently mentioned.
    
  • Random Door Openings. There were cases where doors would unexpectedly open while driving due to latch failures.
    

• 5. Electrical and Lighting Issues:

  • Headlamp Failures. Instances of headlamp failures due to corrosion in the junction box were reported.
    
  • Electrical Failures. Problems like radio modules needing replacements and dashboard warning lights for various faults were noted.
    

• 6. Safety and Structural Concerns:

  • Airbag Failures. Reports of airbags not deploying during accidents or deploying without impact were highlighted.
    
  • Seatbelt Issues. Seatbelt retractor failures leading to the seatbelt not retracting properly were reported.
    

• 7. Miscellaneous:

  • Fuel System Issues. Problems like fuel leaks and defective canister purge valves causing inaccurate fuel information and stalling were noted.
    
  • Brake Issues. Reports of brakes failing to operate correctly, sometimes pulling the car to one side, were documented.