2014 Ford Fiesta electrical problems

Filed May 8, 2025 · Acceleration, Electrical · VA

The vehicle has experienced ongoing failures with the DPS6 PowerShift transmission system. Symptoms included slipping between gears, failure to engage 6th gear, jerky shifting, and bucking during acceleration. A transmission warning light appeared multiple times. These issues occurred daily and worsened over time. Eventually, the vehicle became unsafe to drive—it would over-rev, buck violently, and lose power during traffic conditions. A retired Ford Senior Master Technician confirmed the issue is consistent with a faulty Transmission Control Module (TCM), which is covered under Ford’s Customer Satisfaction Program (CSP) 14M02. Despite this, the dealership refused to replace the TCM. Instead, they replaced a speed sensor and returned it to me. The vehicle broke down again within minutes and had to be returned. The dealership has now suggested dropping the transmission for further inspection at a cost of $2,500, rather than honoring CSP 14M02. They also encouraged me to trade in the vehicle instead of repairing it. The TCM failure has not been resolved, and the vehicle remains unsafe to drive.

Filed Mar 26, 2025 · Body, Brakes · OR

2014 Ford Fiesta manual sedan exhibiting recurring, dangerous hood latch malfunction (recently noticed) where hood unlatches while driving/parked & experiencing sudden power loss when AC is used (fuse removed to prevent this dangerous condition). Potential safety hazards: obstructed vision, hood detachment, engine tampering, sudden loss of control. Ford Service Advisor admitted hood latch "should" be a recall, yet dealership attempts to charge $350-$500 ($250 diagnostic) for repair instead of initiating recall. This raises concerns Ford prioritizes profit over safety, esp. since Fiesta is discontinued. Other issues include previous brake pad lock-up requiring costly ABS Hydraulic Control Unit repair & door latch recall 20S15 ("door may unlatch while driving"). Multiple recurring issues suggest vehicle may be a lemon overall. Request immediate the federal safety agency investigation into hood latch defect & electrical/AC power loss issue. Urge recall consideration. I will gladly allow my vehicle to be studied in a the federal safety agency lab to aid investigation. Concern heightened by Ford's discontinuation of model.

Filed Jun 11, 2024 · Electrical, Engine · CA

The back passenger back door had problems wouldn’t close rt now can’t open. In May it felt like it wasn’t getting power, engine light said turn off car for 10 minutes, while stuck in traffic, so i had it towed to Upland Ford Dealers, they charged me $209.99 Just to look at it! Then after inspecting it they wanted almost $4,000. Which i can’t afford. They said it was the Clutch Assembly part. The car also has some electrical problems like the car stopped showing the millage last was a round 101. The phone not connecting & the charger plug not working either

Filed Jun 18, 2023 · Electrical, Engine · PA

My car just died on me. No warning or anything. Took the dealership 2 and half weeks to fix my car. They came to the conclusion that it was my Trans harness cable. Cost $820.00 to fix.

Filed Feb 15, 2023 · Electrical, Transmission · OH · fire

My 2014 Ford Fiesta started to "Smoke". There was a smoldering Electrical short emitting smoke from fusebox. The car would not Start after this incident. I have a letter from Ford indicating the Fusebox had a recall on this Issue due to a corrosion defect. I took it to local Ford dealer who Confirmed recall/defect

Filed Mar 11, 2021 · Electrical, Suspension · 70,000 miles · KS

It just started running ruff my fan went out first then my radio now the transmission is slippin and feels like breaks are grinding

Filed Jun 16, 2020 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 138,000 miles · TN

Throttle sensor. Throttle body and throttle box. Even after replacing this. It's saying mechanical failure. And after checking it's still says throttle sensor.

Filed May 13, 2020 · Electrical, Locks · OK

Locks, today is may 14, 2020. I was at the store and trying to lock my car and it will not turn to lock so I had to lock from the inside, I already have and issue with ine key not locking the doors now the actual lock does not want to lock with the key.

Filed Apr 9, 2020 · Body, Electrical · 58,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford fiesta. The contact stated that the passenger's side rear door lock was inoperable. The contact stated that a rope was tied across the vehicle in order to secure the door. The contact contacted quick lane at village ford of belleview located at (11660 us-441, belleview, fl 34420, (352) 233-2950) and the contact was informed that the door locks needed to be replaced. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 15v246000 (latches/locks/linkages), 17v210000 (latches/locks/linkages), or 20v177000 (latches/locks/linkages). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 58,000. *bf consumer stated due to the door latch failure door will not stay closed.

Filed Dec 16, 2019 · Acceleration, Electrical · 100,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford fiesta. While driving 35-40 MPH, the contact felt a lot of play in the wheels and the vehicle jerked. The vehicle self corrected and operated as designed. In addition, the traction control, ABS, TPMS, and maintenance warning indicators were illuminated and the speedometer was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to precision ford (945 n main st, lillington, nc 27546, 910-814 2243), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and referred the contact to a local dealer. The failure mileage was 100,000.