Ford Fiesta FWD

20122019 · 16 configurations

Lowest
30
Average
31
Best
32

The Ford Fiesta FWD has been tested by the EPA across 16 different configurations spanning model years 2012 through 2019. Over this period, the Fiesta FWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 30 MPG to 32 MPG, with an overall average of 31 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

Historical Efficiency

2019
31
2018
31
2017
31
2016
30
2015
30
2014
30
2013
32
2012
32

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Fiesta FWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Fiesta FWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Ford Ford Fiesta grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
664
Total Deaths
459

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
11.9%
Fire Occurrence
1.8%
Speeding Involved
14.3%
DUI Involved
15.8%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

74%
Front
15%
Side
11%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes74
Fatalities
53
Deaths/Crash
0.72
2022
Fatal Crashes89
Fatalities
57
Deaths/Crash
0.64
2021
Fatal Crashes85
Fatalities
59
Deaths/Crash
0.69
2020
Fatal Crashes80
Fatalities
54
Deaths/Crash
0.68
2019
Fatal Crashes106
Fatalities
83
Deaths/Crash
0.78
2018
Fatal Crashes80
Fatalities
56
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2017
Fatal Crashes52
Fatalities
35
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2016
Fatal Crashes36
Fatalities
18
Deaths/Crash
0.50
2015
Fatal Crashes36
Fatalities
27
Deaths/Crash
0.75
2014
Fatal Crashes26
Fatalities
17
Deaths/Crash
0.65

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2019
3
2015
1
2014
5
2012
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory