How common are electrical problems in the 2013 Ford Fiesta?

NHTSA lists 67 Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Fiesta, which is 10% of the 667 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2013 Ford Fiesta electrical system?

The data shows no related recalls listed for the Electrical System component on the 2013 Fiesta.

At what mileage do 2013 Fiesta electrical problems usually appear?

The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2013 Fiesta is 60,500 miles.

Did the 2013 Fiesta's electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 1 fire linked to Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Fiesta, with 0 injuries reported.

Is the 2013 Fiesta worse than other Fiesta years for electrical complaints?

The 2013 Fiesta's 67 electrical complaints and 10% share are lower than the 2011 (98 complaints, 13%) and 2012 (79 complaints, 13%) model years, but higher in raw count than most later years.

2013 Ford Fiesta Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 67 Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Ford Fiesta, 10% of its 667 total complaints that year, with a median failure mileage of 60,500. No related recall is tied to this component in the data, and one fire was reported.

Electrical System complaints: 67; 10% of 667
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 60,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners describe sudden loss of power or near-stall while driving, followed by dashboard warning lights and a tow to the dealer.
Some report the radio and instrument dashboard flickering intermittently along with loud static or cracking noise from the audio system, sometimes with the key out of the ignition.
One owner described a lockout flaw where pressing the key fob lock button while the door is open and the engine running can lock the driver out of a still-running vehicle.
Another owner reported a rear door unlocking on its own while driving at approximately 35 mph.
One case involved wiring left unplugged after an airbag recall repair, which caused accelerator sticking and power loss.

When 2013 Ford Fiesta electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Aug 8, 2013, latest Feb 16, 2026.

67 complaints filed with NHTSA from Aug 2013 to Feb 2026; peak Aug 2013 (4).

Electrical System recalls for the 2013 Ford Fiesta

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Electrical System complaints by Fiesta model year

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

201198 (13%)
201279 (13%)
201367 (10%)
201447 (9%)
201520 (8%)
201626 (15%)
20177 (9%)
20186 (17%)
201911 (11%)

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems in the 2013 Ford Fiesta?: NHTSA lists 67 Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Fiesta, which is 10% of the 667 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2013 Ford Fiesta electrical system?: The data shows no related recalls listed for the Electrical System component on the 2013 Fiesta.
At what mileage do 2013 Fiesta electrical problems usually appear?: The median mileage at failure for Electrical System complaints on the 2013 Fiesta is 60,500 miles.
Did the 2013 Fiesta's electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA records show 0 crashes and 1 fire linked to Electrical System complaints for the 2013 Fiesta, with 0 injuries reported.
Is the 2013 Fiesta worse than other Fiesta years for electrical complaints?: The 2013 Fiesta's 67 electrical complaints and 10% share are lower than the 2011 (98 complaints, 13%) and 2012 (79 complaints, 13%) model years, but higher in raw count than most later years.