2012 Ford Fiesta latches/locks/linkages problems
56 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the latches/locks/linkages on the 2012 Ford Fiesta — 9% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while attempting to close the doors, the four doors failed to latch properly. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to be repaired; however, while driving off the lot, the contact became aware that the radio was inoperable, and the…”
filed Jan 26, 2023
“2012 ford fiesta. Consumer writes in regard to defective door latch. The consumer has contacted the dealer several times for repairs and informed by the dealer that parts were not available.”
filed Oct 25, 2022
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related recalls
- These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15V-246, 16V-643 or…Campaign 20V331000 · Jun 8, 2020
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on April 23, 2015, that they are recalling…Campaign 15V246000 · Apr 24, 2015
Latches/locks/linkages problems in other Fiesta years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Fiesta | 1 | 3% |
| 2016 Fiesta | 2 | 1% |
| 2015 Fiesta | 6 | 2% |
| 2014 Fiesta | 30 | 6% |
| 2013 Fiesta | 47 | 7% |
| 2011 Fiesta | 41 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2012 Ford Fiesta
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.