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2019 Ford Fiesta

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2019 Fiesta.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (AM-S6)

The 2019 Ford Fiesta is a passenger car that pairs a six-speed automated manual transmission with an engine specifying 4.3 quarts of 0W-20 or 5W-20 oil, delivering EPA figures of 27 city, 37 highway, and 31 combined mpg. Across a complaint history stretching from 1991 to 2019 — where the worst year, 2011, drew 729 owner complaints and the best, 2001, saw just one — the 2019 model's 92 complaints and three recalls, led by back over prevention issues, place it firmly on the calmer end of the spectrum. For researchers, that makes this model year a comparatively low-risk data point, sitting well below the peak problem years and suggesting fewer systemic concerns than the generation's most troubled era.

Model year201920182017201620152014201320122011

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity4.3 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-20 / 5W-20OEM · verified
Lug nut torque100 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy27/37/31 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 96R · 500 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 96R · 500 CCAOEM · verified
Tire size185/60R15 84HOEM · verified
Wheel / rim6 inOEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM-S6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length159.8 in
Overall width67.7 in
Overall height58.3 in
Wheelbase98 in
Curb weight2538 lb
Track (front / rear)57.9 / 57.1 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)59/41

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined27 / 37 / 31 mpg
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
Passenger volume85 cu ft
Cargo volume13 cu ft
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Fiesta of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.4–10.1 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.40 sec — 2014 ST Hatchback
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2017ST Hatchback 1.6L Turbo I-46.90 sec15.10 sec197 hpFWD
2017Titanium Hatchback 1.6L I-49.10 sec17.10 sec120 hpFWD
2016SE Hatchback 1.6L I-48.70 sec16.80 sec120 hpFWD
2014ST Hatchback 1.6L Turbo I-46.40 sec14.90 sec197 hpFWD
2014ST Hatchback 1.6L Turbo I-46.70 sec15.10 sec197 hpFWD
2014ST Hatchback 1.6L Turbo I-46.70 sec15.00 sec197 hpFWD
2014ST Hatchback 1.6L Turbo I-47.00 sec15.20 sec197 hpFWD
2014ST Hatchback 1.6L Turbo I-47.10 sec15.30 sec197 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 4.3 qt of 0W-20 / 5W-20 engine oil, Dot 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 100 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-4-2.

Lubricants & capacities

Brake FluidDot 4
Engine Coolant Capacity5.8
Engine Coolant Capacity5.8
Engine Coolant Capacity8.4
Engine Oil0W-20 · 5W-20
Engine Oil Capacity4.3 qt
Manual Transmission FluidMotorcraft Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity5-Speed

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsUse all New Fasteners and tighten evenly.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts100 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub188.0

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2
Cylinder Firing Order1-2-4-3
Cylinder Firing Order1-3-4-2

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.50 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity5.1 oz
Standard BCI Group Number96R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance500 cca

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum57.6 Engine On psi
Residual Pressure57.6 Engine On psi

Brakes

Brake Caliper Bolt to Carrier TorqueFront: 19.0 ft-lbs; Rear: 26.0 ft-lbs
Brake Caliper Carrier to Hub Bolt Torque52.0 ft-lbs
ABS Sensor TorqueFront: 6.0; Rear: 6.0
Vented Rotor Minimum Thickness for ReplacementFront: .826; Rear: .354
Maximum Rotor Runout.002

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
13.7 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11 ft. lbs., Step 3: 26 ft. lbs., Step 4: Turn 90°, Step 5: Turn 90°.3.7 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 1 stages
13.7 ft. lbs., Step 2: 11 ft. lbs., Step 3: 26 ft. lbs., Step 4: Turn 75°.3.7 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 10,000 miBrake Drum Assembly (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (inspect fluid level)
Every 20,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 100,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 100,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Timing Belt (replace) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Across this generation, federal complaints dropped sharply from a peak of 729 in 2011 down to just 35 in 2018, indicating significant long-term improvements. However, the 2019 model year breaks this downward arc, registering 92 complaints and 3 recalls compared to zero recalls and only 35 complaints in 2018. The primary drivers for the 2019 Fiesta are Back Over Prevention with 23 complaints and Power Train with 16 complaints, alongside 13 crash-related complaints, though the data does not specify the root causes for these increases. This anomalous spike in regulatory activity at the end of the production cycle suggests the 2019 model may have introduced new vulnerabilities not present in the preceding years. Given the abrupt reversal in reliability trends and the elevated recall count, the 2019 Fiesta is a less compelling purchase compared to the quieter 2017 or 2018 model years.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
41
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
92
Owner complaints
13 involved a crash · 1 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Overall★★★★
Frontal★★★★
Side★★★★
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 92 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Back Over Prevention23
Power Train16
Unknown Or Other8
Air Bags6
Service Brakes5
Electrical System5
Engine4
Power Train,Engine2

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

19V629000Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:CaliperReported 28/08/2019

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Fiesta vehicles. The brake calipers may have been manufactured with the incorrect assembly fluid, which can cause the caliper's rubber seals to swell. Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake fluid and replace the front brake calipers and brake hoses, free of charge. The recall began October 10, 2019. Owners may…

24V951000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: CameraReported 20/12/2024

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Flex, Fiesta, and Lincoln MKT vehicles. The rearview camera may intermittently display a blank or distorted image. Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed January 22, 2025. A second notice will be…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 41 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB 25-25702025-11-26Electrical SystemThis article supersedes TSB 24-2165 to update the TSB Service Procedure. Some vehicles…
SSM 543662025-11-11Power TrainSome 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic…
TSB 24-21652024-05-27Unknown Or OtherThis article supersedes TSB 21-2175 to update the TSB Service Procedure. Some 2016 MKS…
SSM 523352024-03-06Engine And Engine CoolingFor 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer…
SSM 518382023-08-02Electrical SystemIn various 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2019 Fiesta take?

4.3 qt of Temperatures below -22°F: 0W-20. All Temperatures: 5W-20., per the factory manual.

Does the 2019 Fiesta have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Fiesta get?

EPA figures are 27 city / 37 highway / 31 combined mpg.