NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2019 Ford Fiesta
Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.
The 2019 Ford Fiesta is a subcompact sedan aimed at budget-conscious commuters and first-time car buyers who prioritize affordability and a small footprint in urban environments. As one of Ford's smallest offerings before the nameplate was discontinued in North America, the Fiesta occupies the entry-level segment where safety content and structural capability can vary significantly from larger vehicles in the Ford lineup.
The 2019 Ford Fiesta earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 69 out of 100, an below average result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 3 recalls on record, reflected in the score.
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Reviewers generally regard the Ford Fiesta as a nimble, fuel-efficient subcompact that delivers an engaging driving experience for its class and price point. Most professional assessments acknowledge its practical urban credentials and responsive handling while noting that its small size and entry-level positioning come with trade-offs in refinement and feature content compared to newer rivals.
NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13242
Index breakdown
NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA25V695000
Risk: A rearview camera that fails to properly display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 25, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Mustang owner notification le
Reported 2025-10-13
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA24V951000
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank or distorted image can reduce the drivers view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed January 22, 2025. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated March 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S75.
Reported 2024-12-20
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER19V629000
Risk: The swollen seals can cause the brakes to drag, potentially overheating the brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake fluid and replace the front brake calipers and brake hoses, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S27.
Reported 2019-08-28
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints
92 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.