Does the 2012 Ford Fiesta have any recalls?

The 2012 Ford Fiesta has 3 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2012 Ford Fiesta?

833 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Ford Fiesta.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2012 Ford Fiesta?

There are 86 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2012 Ford Fiesta.

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Specifications and reference data (where provided)
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Coverage across key systems: engine, transmission, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more

Trims covered

SES Hatchback 4-Door
SE Hatchback 4-Door
SEL Sedan 4-Door
SE Sedan 4-Door
S Sedan 4-Door

Engines covered

1.6L 1596CC 97Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
1.6L 1597CC 98Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

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Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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2012 Ford Fiesta Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #15V24600024/04/2015Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on April 23, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured July 1, 2012

Consequence

A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches with an improved p

NHTSA #20V33100008/06/2020Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 L

Consequence

A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the latch date codes to confirm if the r

NHTSA #12V48800005/10/2012Component: AIR BAGS

Ford is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Fiesta vehicles, manufactured from November 3, 2009 through September 21, 2012. The vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicl

Consequence

An occupant in the right rear seating position will not have coverage from the side curtai

Remedy

Ford will notify owners and dealers will reprogram the vehicle's software free of charge s

TSB #11029052

Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the access

TSB #11008948

While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln veh

TSB #10254138

All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during ini

TSB #10237441

Certain 2011 through 2015 Model Year Fiesta and 2012 through 2016 Model Year Focus Vehicles Equipped with a DPS6 Automatic Transmission Transmission Control Module Extended Warranty Coverage REASON FOR THIS SUPPLEMENT Due to ongoing limited

TSB #10235153

For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification numbe

TSB #10231028

Certain 2011-2013 Model Year Fiesta Vehicles Operated in the USA Corrosion States Battery Junction Box Clean and Seal In some of the affected vehicles, the position of the Battery Junction Box (BJB) in the engine compartment is subject to u

TSB #10226944

Certain 2011 through 2015 Model Year Fiesta and 2012 through 2016 Model Year Focus Vehicles Equipped with a DPS6 Automatic Transmission; Transmission Control Module Extended Warranty Coverage REASON FOR THIS SUPPLEMENT Non-Ford Part Usage:

TSB #10204977

Customer satisfaction Program 14M01 - Supplement #5 Certain 2011 thr ough 2014 Model Year Fies ta and Focus vehicles equipped with a DKPS6 Automatic Transmission Transmission Clautch Shudder/Transmission Input Shaft Seal warranty Extension

Showing the 8 most recent of 86 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20260428Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERCrash reportedFire reported3 injured

My daughter and 2 friends were driving on the highway, the dash flickers and goes back to normal, flickered again and the car started slowing down so she pulled over, ( car still m

20150812Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported2 injured

I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATLY 45 MPH ON ST RT 28 IN MILFORD OHIO AND MY DOOR WAS LOCKED AND THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT FAILED TO INDICATE ANY FAILURE IN SECURING THE DOOR APROPIATLY, WELL AS

20140315Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

WE WERE ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE IT WAS SNOWING. ALL OF THE OTHER VEHICLES WERE SLOWING DOWN BECAUSE THERE WAS AN ACCIDENT BLOCKING OFF THE HIGHWAY. EVENTUALLY WE ALL CAME TO A STOP.

20140315Component: STRUCTURE:BODYCrash reported2 injured

WE WERE ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE IT WAS SNOWING. ALL OF THE OTHER VEHICLES WERE SLOWING DOWN BECAUSE THERE WAS AN ACCIDENT BLOCKING OFF THE HIGHWAY. EVENTUALLY WE ALL CAME TO A STOP.

Showing the 4 most serious of 833 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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