2015 Ford Fiesta Reliability
The 2015 Ford Fiesta has 259 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about powertrain / transmission and engine. Compared with nearby Fiesta model years (2013–2017), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the Fiesta's typical year, while the 2017 has a cleaner record.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
259
NHTSA owner complaints
4
Recall campaigns
16
Complaints citing a crash
0
Complaints citing a fire
2015 Ford Fiesta complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2015 model year, filed between 2015 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Powertrain / transmission | 105 | 41% |
| Engine | 69 | 27% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 41 | 16% |
| Unknown or other | 36 | 14% |
| Electrical system | 20 | 8% |
| Speed control / throttle | 14 | 5% |
| Air bags | 14 | 5% |
| Body structure | 12 | 5% |
2015 Ford Fiesta recalls
4 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2015 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V005000 | Jan 9, 2015 | Fuel system — delivery / fuel pump | Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on January 8, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2014 Ford Escape vehicles manufactured April 15, 2014, to May 8, 2014, and 2015 Lincoln MKC vehicles manufactured April 21, 2014, to May 15, 2014. On… |
| 17V209000 | Mar 27, 2017 | Engine & cooling — engine | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Escape, 2014-2015 Fiesta ST, 2013-2014 Fusion and 2013-2015 Transit Connect vehicles equipped with 1.6L GTDI engines. If the vehicle is started and driven with an insufficient level of coolant within the… |
| 20V177000 | Mar 23, 2020 | Latches, locks & linkages — doors / latch | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Fiesta, 2014-2016 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles sold, or ever registered in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma,… |
| 23V775000 | Nov 17, 2023 | Latches, locks & linkages — doors / latch | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015 Fiesta, 2016 Fusion, and 2016 Lincoln MKZ vehicles sold, or ever registered in Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, Oregon,… |
How the 2015 compares with nearby Fiesta years
Verdicts compare these Fiesta model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 668 | 3 | Powertrain / transmission | Avoid |
| 2014 | 504 | 7 | Powertrain / transmission | Avoid |
| 2015 (this page) | 259 | 4 | Powertrain / transmission | Caution |
| 2016 | 179 | 0 | Powertrain / transmission | Solid |
| 2017 | 75 | 0 | Powertrain / transmission | Solid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2015 Ford Fiesta
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Engine: cold-start it yourself, listen for ticking or knocking, check for oil leaks and oil consumption, and ask for oil-change records.
- Fuel system: smell for fuel around the car, watch for hesitation or stalling, and check for a lit check-engine light.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 4 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2015 Ford Fiesta reliability FAQ
Is the 2015 Ford Fiesta reliable?
The 2015 Ford Fiesta has 259 owner complaints and 4 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about powertrain / transmission and engine. Compared with nearby Fiesta model years (2013–2017), it rates as a caution year: complaints run above the Fiesta's typical year, while the 2017 has a cleaner record.
What are the most common 2015 Ford Fiesta problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2015 Ford Fiesta are powertrain / transmission (105), engine (69), fuel / propulsion system (41), unknown or other (36). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2015 Ford Fiesta have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for the 2015 Ford Fiesta, including 15V005000 (fuel system — delivery / fuel pump) and 17V209000 (engine & cooling — engine). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2015 Ford Fiesta compare with the 2014 and 2016 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2014 has 504 complaints and 7 recalls (avoid); the 2016 has 179 complaints and 0 recalls (solid). The 2015 has 259 complaints and 4 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2015 Ford Fiesta?
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More Ford Fiesta research
Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2015 Fiesta, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.