The Lemon Index2018 Ford Fiesta.
The 2018 Ford Fiesta is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 14 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 27, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about transmission & drivetrain, it has 0 recalls, and it gets 29 to 31 mpg combined. It's the best Ford Fiesta year we track.
One of the most reliable. 3.7× fewer complaints than average.
Worst year 2013
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 35 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Ford Fiesta year. 2018 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 15K to 67K miles on the car (17 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 0
No safety recalls on record.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Ford told dealers about
Ford sent dealers 56 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot…
- For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| Ford Fiesta 4 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2050–2200 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 1.6L 4-cyl.
In owners' words
The car was driving at 68 mph and approximately 2500 rpm started to loose speed down slight hill and rpms increased to 5,500 rpm. Let off the accelerator 3 seconds rpms decreased reapplied accelerator and operated properly.
2018 Ford Fiesta owner · NHTSA complaint 11240281
Quick answers
Is the 2018 Ford Fiesta reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 3.7× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 27; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2018 Ford Fiesta problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are transmission & drivetrain (36%), electrical (29%) and engine (21%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2018 Ford Fiesta have?
None: NHTSA has no safety recalls on record for it.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Ford Fiesta get?
29 to 31 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2018 Ford Fiesta safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2018 Ford Fiesta have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 36% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2018 Ford Fiesta cost in fuel a year?
About $2050 to $2200 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2018 Ford Fiesta have?
1.6L 4-cyl.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works