How many brake complaints does the 2011 Ford Fiesta have?

NHTSA lists 39 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Ford Fiesta, making up 5% of the 730 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2011 Ford Fiesta brakes?

No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the Brakes component on the 2011 Ford Fiesta.

At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2011 Fiesta?

The median mileage at failure for brake-related complaints on the 2011 Ford Fiesta is 38,500 miles.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to brake complaints?

NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 5 injuries associated with brake-related complaints on the 2011 Ford Fiesta, with 0 fires reported.

How does 2011 compare to other Fiesta years for brake complaints?

The 2011 Fiesta has 39 brake complaints, more than any other year listed, compared to 24 in both 2012 and 2013 and lower counts in later years.

2011 Ford Fiesta Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 39 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Ford Fiesta, 5% of its 730 total complaints for the year. That is the highest brake complaint count of any Fiesta model year in the data. No recall is linked to this component.

Brakes complaints: 39; 5% of 730
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 5
Median mileage: 38,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Owners report loud noise from the brakes during low-speed driving, with dealers attributing it to dirt and cleaning failing to resolve the issue.
Several owners describe traction control (AdvanceTrac) engaging on snow or ice and cutting power to the wheels, leaving the car unable to move or stop safely with no way to disable the system.
One owner reported the brake pedal positioned too close to the gas pedal, causing unintended acceleration when trying to stop.
A complaint describes reduced braking ability accompanying a transmission failure warning and jerking at higher mileage.
One report describes an inability to reverse or shift properly, occurring alongside braking concerns.

When 2011 Ford Fiesta brake complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 4, 2010, latest Oct 2, 2022.

39 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2010 to Oct 2022; peak Feb 2014 (3).

Brakes recalls for the 2011 Ford Fiesta

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Brakes complaints by Fiesta model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201139 (5%)
201224 (4%)
201324 (4%)
201424 (5%)
201510 (4%)
20163 (2%)
20177 (9%)
20181 (3%)
201913 (13%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2011 Ford Fiesta have?: NHTSA lists 39 brake-related complaints for the 2011 Ford Fiesta, making up 5% of the 730 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2011 Ford Fiesta brakes?: No related recall is listed in NHTSA data for the Brakes component on the 2011 Ford Fiesta.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2011 Fiesta?: The median mileage at failure for brake-related complaints on the 2011 Ford Fiesta is 38,500 miles.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to brake complaints?: NHTSA data shows 1 crash and 5 injuries associated with brake-related complaints on the 2011 Ford Fiesta, with 0 fires reported.
How does 2011 compare to other Fiesta years for brake complaints?: The 2011 Fiesta has 39 brake complaints, more than any other year listed, compared to 24 in both 2012 and 2013 and lower counts in later years.