How common are electrical problems in the 2014 Ford Fiesta?

NHTSA lists 47 electrical system complaints for the 2014 Fiesta, which makes up 9% of the 502 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Ford Fiesta electrical system?

No related recall is listed in the NHTSA data for this problem area, though one owner complaint referenced a fusebox recall on their vehicle.

At what mileage do electrical problems usually appear on the 2014 Fiesta?

The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints is 38,000 miles.

Are the 2014 Fiesta's electrical issues worse than other years?

Compared to other Fiesta years, 2014's 47 complaints and 9% share are lower than 2011 (98 complaints, 13%) and 2012 (79 complaints, 13%), but higher in raw count than most years after 2015.

Did the electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2014 Fiesta lists 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury.

2014 Ford Fiesta Electrical System Problems

NHTSA lists 47 electrical system complaints for the 2014 Ford Fiesta, 9% of its 502 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 38,000. No electrical-system recall is listed for this year, though one owner referenced a fusebox recall.

Electrical System complaints: 47; 9% of 502
Crashes reported: 3
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 38,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical electrical symptoms owners report

Owners report the fusebox smoldering and emitting smoke, with the car unable to restart afterward.
Some describe the transmission control module failing repeatedly, causing stalling in traffic and loss of power mid-drive.
Dash console warnings for 'immobilizer failure' appeared suddenly, along with worsening steering and brakes while driving.
Several owners report the car failing to start intermittently, requiring repeated tows to the dealer.
The horn reportedly stopped sounding without warning and could not be reliably duplicated for repair.
Front speakers reportedly popped loudly and the radio cut out, sometimes requiring multiple restart attempts.

When 2014 Ford Fiesta electrical complaints were filed

First complaint Jan 8, 2014, latest May 8, 2025.

47 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jan 2014 to May 2025; peak Jul 2017 (3).

Electrical System recalls for the 2014 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 2014 Ford Fiesta?: NHTSA lists 47 electrical system complaints for the 2014 Fiesta, which makes up 9% of the 502 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Ford Fiesta electrical system?: No related recall is listed in the NHTSA data for this problem area, though one owner complaint referenced a fusebox recall on their vehicle.
At what mileage do electrical problems usually appear on the 2014 Fiesta?: The median mileage at failure for electrical system complaints is 38,000 miles.
Are the 2014 Fiesta's electrical issues worse than other years?: Compared to other Fiesta years, 2014's 47 complaints and 9% share are lower than 2011 (98 complaints, 13%) and 2012 (79 complaints, 13%), but higher in raw count than most years after 2015.
Did the electrical issues cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2014 Fiesta lists 3 crashes, 1 fire, and 1 injury.