2013 Ford Fiesta latches/locks/linkages problems
47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the latches/locks/linkages on the 2013 Ford Fiesta — 7% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fiesta. The contact received the recall notification letter for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V331000 (latches, locks, and linkages). The contact stated that the passenger-side door opened while driving at 30-35 MPH. While her daughter was driving, the passenger side rear…”
filed Jun 2, 2026
“The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, the driver's door unintendedly opened. The contact immediately pulled over to attempt to close the door; however, the door failed to close. The contact used a rope to keep the door closed with the…”
filed May 27, 2025
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% |
| 2012 Fiesta | 56 | 9% |
| 2011 Fiesta | 41 | 6% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2013 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.