Ford · Fiesta · 2018
2018 Ford Fiesta
0
Recalls
35
Complaints
4/5
Safety Rating
The 2018 Ford Fiesta has no recalls and 35 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: unknown or other (7 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 29, 2026
Research Context
The 2018 Ford Fiesta page works best as a research starting point. Complaint totals show how much owner-reported activity exists, while recalls and investigations help show whether any of that activity turned into formal safety action.
Because this is a newer-era vehicle page, it usually helps to compare this year against nearby model years before deciding whether a complaint pattern looks isolated or persistent. On this page, the most prominent complaint area is unknown or other with 7 reported complaints.
Best Research Moves
- Use the complaint log to understand what owners were actually reporting instead of relying only on the raw complaint total.
- Review the recall section even if the total is smaller, because a limited number of recalls can still point to meaningful safety actions.
- This page is primarily a complaints-and-recalls research surface, so compare nearby model years before treating the complaint total as a standalone verdict.
Key Takeaways
- The 2018 Ford Fiesta currently shows no active NHTSA recalls listed on this page and 35 owner-reported complaints.
- This page currently shows no linked NHTSA investigations.
- This page reflects complaint volume, recall history, and NHTSA test data, but it does not diagnose causes or rank reliability by itself.
- Safety data currently shows 4/5 overall NHTSA safety rating.
- The most frequently reported complaint categories on this page are unknown or other (7), power train (7), electrical system (4).
- Vehicle
- 2018 Ford Fiesta
- Recalls
- 0
- Complaints
- 35
- Safety Rating
- 4/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
If you are researching a used vehicle, start with the complaint categories, compare them against the recall list, and then check nearby model years to see whether the same issue profile repeats. That usually produces a better buying or research signal than treating the raw complaint total as a standalone safety ranking.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
14.3% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No
Owner Complaints
35 totalUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 2, 2025
Back-up camera goes in and out intermittently, sometimes the image is very faint and then totally disappears into a black screen, or says it is not available at this time, then goes black. This started about 4 months ago and I have not been able to identify a triggering factor, r...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 22, 2025
The back up camera quit working. The back seats are taller and it has made it very difficult to see if there are children behind my vehicle. I reported it to the dealership and now I have to pay $200.00 to have them check it.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 16, 2025
Purchased vehicle at the end of 2018 and this is the third time I have had to replace the horn. It's not a fuse, it's not wiring, it is the actual horn that either shorts or dies with no notice.
POWER TRAIN
Jan 2, 2025
Hello, I have zero idea why I am emailing, I may be secretly hoping for...anything. I drive a 2018 Ford Fiesta SE, I have owned it since 2019 as that is when I purchased it used. Over the weekend I experienced transmission issues and an auto shop informed me that I am in need...
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ENGINE
Sep 10, 2024
My engine has been malfuctioning over the following year. I've gotten repairs and it continues to do so. I'm asking for a recall.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Jun 30, 2024
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passenger’s side door independently opened. The door ajar warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. T...
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UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 25, 2024
I bought my Ford Fiesta new in 2018. I have less than 35k miles on my car. My car recently started bucking while I stop at stop signs or red lights. My car revs up and tries to go forward. I took my car to the dealership hours later. They did a diagnosis and asked me what kind o...
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ENGINE
May 4, 2024
My engine is acting up. According to the Auto Repair Shop they say that my car is suffering from Carbon Build Up which is affecting my engine. As well as the throttle body in the car. My car just keeps stopping to the point my engine refuses to start. So I decided to clean it my...
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FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Apr 25, 2024
My fuel canister purge valve needs replacement less than 70,000 on car. The cap less gas cap defective as well. Why did they make these cuz everyone is having problems with the purge valve and cap less. It all on YouTube. Where is the recall,.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 1, 2024
Trunk randomly pops open during driving. Or when you put it in gear.
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Why Compare These Pages
The strongest comparison flow is usually: exact vehicle-year page, then nearby years of the same model, then other 2018 Ford models. That sequence helps separate one-off year spikes from broader make-wide patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Ford Fiesta have?
The 2018 Ford Fiesta has 0 recalls recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2018 Ford Fiesta?
NHTSA has received 35 owner-reported complaints for the 2018 Ford Fiesta.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2018 Ford Fiesta?
The 2018 Ford Fiesta received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Fiesta?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2018 Ford Fiesta are unknown or other (7 reports), power train (7 reports), electrical system (4 reports).
Does the 2018 Ford Fiesta have any recalls?
NHTSA does not currently list any recalls on record for the 2018 Ford Fiesta. To verify the status of your specific vehicle, check nhtsa.gov/recalls with your VIN.
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