Model year guide

2013 Ford Fiesta

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Ford Fiesta is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 674 on record.

2013 Ford Fiesta — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2013 Ford Fiesta at a glance

Safety recalls3
Owner complaints667
Overall safety4 / 5 ★
Combined32 mpg
Typical price$9,151

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2013 Ford Fiesta recalls 3

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch NHTSA Campaign #15V246000 · 24/04/2015

Ford Motor Company (Ford) notified the agency on April 23, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles manufactured July 1, 2012, to May 31, 2013, and 2012-2014 Fiesta vehicles manufactured February 1, 2012, to May 31, 2013. On April 30, 2015, Ford expanded the recall to cover an additional 119,567 vehicles, including certain model year 2011 Ford Fiestas manufact…

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace all four door latches with an improved part, free of charge. Interim notifications were mailed to owners on June 5, 2015. The recall began on December 18, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this re…

Air Bags NHTSA Campaign #12V488000 · 05/10/2012

Ford is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Fiesta vehicles, manufactured from November 3, 2009 through September 21, 2012. The vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 208, "Occupant Crash Protection." The passenger side curtain air bag will not deploy in the event of a side impact collision when the front passenger seat is empty. Although the side curtain air bag system wa…

Fix: Ford will notify owners and dealers will reprogram the vehicle's software free of charge so that it no longer suppresses the passenger side curtain air bag when the front passenger seat is empty, and consistent with the description in the owner's guide. The safety recall began on October 26, 2012. …

Latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch NHTSA Campaign #20V331000 · 08/06/2020

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and repaired under recalls 15V-246, 16V-643 or 17V-210, however the repair may not have been completed properly. A component within the door latches may break mak…

Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the latch date codes to confirm if the repair was done correctly, and replace the side door latches if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to inspect their own vehicle's door latches and enter the date codes into a website t…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2013 Ford Fiesta common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 667 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Latches/locks/linkages
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Lane Departure
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

2013 Ford Fiesta safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Ford Fiesta 5 HB FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2013 Ford Fiesta MPG & running costs

Combined32 mpg
City29 mpg
Highway37 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$1,900

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2013 Ford Fiesta worth?

Low
$7,200
Typical price
$9,151
High
$10,900

From 672 comparable 2013 Ford Fiesta listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Ford Fiesta costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$9,500
Fuel only$9,500
Per mile$0.13

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2013 Ford Fiesta trims & engines on record

Trims
SE · S · Titanium
Engines
1.6L 4-cyl 120 hp

2013 Ford Fiesta vehicles on record

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2013 Ford Fiesta — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Ford Fiesta have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2013 Ford Fiesta. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Ford Fiesta?

Based on 667 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, latches/locks/linkages, exterior lighting.

What is the 2013 Ford Fiesta safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2013 Ford Fiesta an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 5★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2013 Ford Fiesta get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2013 Ford Fiesta at about 32 mpg combined (29 city / 37 highway).

How much is a 2013 Ford Fiesta worth?

Comparable 2013 Ford Fiesta listings run roughly $7,200–$10,900, typically around $9,151 (from 672 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.