How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2014 Ford Fiesta have?

NHTSA lists 16 complaints in this area for the 2014 Fiesta, which is about 3% of the 502 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2014 Ford Fiesta's suspension or tires?

No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires area on the 2014 Fiesta.

At what mileage do suspension or tire problems tend to show up?

The median mileage at failure for this complaint area on the 2014 Fiesta is 35,500 miles.

Did any suspension or tire complaints involve crashes?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes linked to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2014 Fiesta, with no fires or injuries reported.

What specific tire problems do owners report on the 2014 Fiesta?

Owners describe vibration at highway speeds, sidewall bubbles, and noise/handling issues tied to the factory Hankook Optimo H426 tires.

2014 Ford Fiesta Suspension, Wheels & Tires Problems

NHTSA lists 16 Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints for the 2014 Ford Fiesta, about 3% of its 502 total complaints. No related recalls are listed for this area, and median mileage at failure was 35,500 miles.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints: 16; 3% of 502
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 35,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical suspension symptoms owners report

Owners report vibration in the front driver's side of the vehicle starting around 40 mph, traced to the factory-fitted Hankook Optimo H426 tires.
Multiple owners describe sidewall bubbles or bulges forming on the Hankook Optimo H426 tires, unrelated to tread wear, with Ford declining to reimburse replacement.
Some owners report the traction control system randomly turning on and off, with dealers unable to duplicate the issue.
Owners describe persistent noise and handling problems tied to the Hankook tires, with one report at about 50,000 miles.
One owner reported lug nuts that would spin freely and not loosen or tighten after a flat tire, caused by a swelling outer layer on the lugs.
One owner reported a lot of play in the wheels along with a jerk while driving 35-40 mph, accompanied by illuminated traction control, ABS, and TPMS warning lights.

When 2014 Ford Fiesta suspension complaints were filed

First complaint Apr 8, 2014, latest Nov 26, 2023.

16 complaints filed with NHTSA from Apr 2014 to Nov 2023; peak Jun 2015 (2).

Suspension, Wheels & Tires recalls for the 2014 Ford Fiesta

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints by Fiesta model year

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

201113 (2%)
20128 (1%)
20139 (1%)
201416 (3%)
201510 (4%)
201611 (6%)
20174 (5%)
20182 (6%)
20190 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many suspension, wheels & tire complaints does the 2014 Ford Fiesta have?: NHTSA lists 16 complaints in this area for the 2014 Fiesta, which is about 3% of the 502 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2014 Ford Fiesta's suspension or tires?: No related recalls are listed in NHTSA data for the Suspension, Wheels & Tires area on the 2014 Fiesta.
At what mileage do suspension or tire problems tend to show up?: The median mileage at failure for this complaint area on the 2014 Fiesta is 35,500 miles.
Did any suspension or tire complaints involve crashes?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes linked to Suspension, Wheels & Tires complaints on the 2014 Fiesta, with no fires or injuries reported.
What specific tire problems do owners report on the 2014 Fiesta?: Owners describe vibration at highway speeds, sidewall bubbles, and noise/handling issues tied to the factory Hankook Optimo H426 tires.