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3FADP4BJ9CM••••••2012 Ford FIESTA
This build draws 1.9× more complaints than the average 2012 Ford FIESTA build (14 vs 8).
14on this build
552on the model
73builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 5Structure 4Latches/locks/linkages 2Service Brakes 1
What owners of this build wrote
Electrical SystemDec 2023
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while attempting to activate the headlights, the headlights failed to respond. The contact stated that several attempts were needed for the headlights to become operable. However, the failure reoccurred, and the…
StructureOct 2018
While driving my 2012 ford fiesta, with my child in the front seat, the door latch failed and the door swung open. I tried closing it, but it would not stay latched. I had to drive the rest of the way holding it shut and steering the car, luckily I was only a couple miles from…
Power TrainNov 2016
My fiesta will not shift past second gear. I have to lightly press the pedal for it to move at all, if it is pressed too hard it won't shift out of first. I am at 70,900 miles. I am currently waiting on the tow truck, hoping the issue is covered by the warranty extension
Unknown Or OtherJun 2016
While driving the 2012 ford fiesta it is difficult to shift, has a shuddering, jerking motion, rattling sound, car jerks during shifting enough to throw you forward at times. This happens when car is in motion shifting in all gears mostly 3rd to 4th gear and when you stop.…
Latches/locks/linkagesNov 2014
The contact owns a 2012 ford fiesta. While attempting to close the rear passenger side door, the door would not close. The dealer stated that the plastic exterior door latch failed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 68,000
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 3FADP4BJ9CM125449 · decoded Nov 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.