NHTSA Data Explorer

Ford EcoSport

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

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Complaints

1,801

Active records

Recalls

6

Active records

TSBs

139

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

3

Injuries

21

Crashes

37

Fires

12

Top reported issues — Ford EcoSport

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Reporting mechanism

848

Performance issue

473

Operating state

441

Engine behavior

334

Condition issue

315

Noise

280

Vibration/harshness

113

Starting behavior

110

Fluid issue

97

Thermal issue

69

Braking behavior

56

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

55

Recent change

40

Safety restraint issue

34

Driver assistance issue

30

Powering on/off behavior

29

Smell

26

Safety restraint behavior

21

Infotainment behavior

19

Access/entry issue

17

Electrical issue

16

Steering behavior

15

HVAC behavior

8

Lighting behavior

7

Communication/network issue

5

Ride/handling behavior

4

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2018 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed May 27, 2026


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2020 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed May 23, 2026


My 2020 Ford EcoSport is subject to Safety Recall 23S64 for failure of the engine oil pump drive belt and/or tensioner. What component failed: The engine oil pump drive belt and/or tensioner failed, resulting in loss of oil pressure and major engine damage. Date of failure: Approximately [XXX] (Repair Order opened January 13 2026, mileage at failure: approximately 98000). Safety risk: This defect caused sudden engine failure, creating a serious safety hazard while driving. Confirmation: The…

2021 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed May 22, 2026


After having to have my vehicle towed to & held by the dealership for a total of 3 months altogether over the course of two separate engine rebuilds due to a national recall on faulty oil pump parts, my vehicle's check engine light came on & gave a message that there was an issue with the emissions system. I am now experiencing multiple engine system faults EVERY SINGLE TIME I refuel my vehicle where my engine will not start until after 10+ attempts & now that the weather is hotter, I'm also…

2019 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed May 22, 2026


I brought my Ford EcoSport into the Baxter. Ford, in Papillion, Nebraska, because it was malfunctioning, the oil pressure got real low and my car was not accelerating like it should Also I advise them that there is an open recall on the vehicle. As well and I that the recall and the engine malfunction are related. They told me that it wasn't, and I'm sure it was. Then, they advised me that after speaking with Ford. Ford agreed to pay $3000 for a new engine, while I was responsible for the…

2020 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed May 22, 2026


Vehicle experienced sudden severe loss of motive power consistent with Ford Safety Recall 23S64 (NHTSA Campaign 23V905000). Prior to repair, the vehicle entered limp mode and could not accelerate beyond approximately 30 to 35 MPH. Low oil pressure warning indicators and check engine light illuminated repeatedly. Engine produced abnormal grinding and strained startup noises. Vehicle also experienced hesitation, shaking, and difficulty maintaining safe roadway speeds. While I was trying stop at a…

2020 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed May 20, 2026


The contact owns a 2020 Ford Ecosport. The contact stated while starting the vehicle up she noticed that it hesitate was turning on and noticed the oil pressure warning light illuminated, and stated while accelerating the vehicle starts to shake and would not go above 30 MPH, and while trying to stop at a red light the vehicle struggles to brake although the brakes are applied, after coming to a full stop the vehicle shutdowns and would have restart. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it…

2018 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed May 19, 2026


Bought in Dec 2022, in February engine seized due to oil pressure issues, was told it needed a new engine. In communications with Ford, they were aware of issue, but it was not a recall issue at that time. I believe that if this issue occurred before recall, that they were replacing these parts with ones known to be faulty. Approximately, 60,000 miles later, I am dealing with the same issue that I did in 2023. I was without a vehicle for over 6 weeks in February 2023 . On Saturday, May 16,…

2021 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed May 14, 2026


I had recall 23S64 repaired on 04/39/26 and now my car check engine light is on and is running hot, and shaking causing a safety hazard due to recall not being completed correctly by authorized Ford dealership

2019 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed May 14, 2026


My car has been in and out of the shop since 2024 due to the power train system. As this is an active recall case my car was repaired 5 times. Recently, with the recall part replaced in January 2026, I got my car back and in May 2026 while driving, my car once again loss power. Going from 50 to coasting. After many guarantees that the problem is fixed, I continue to have the same dangerous problems.

2021 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed May 14, 2026


I am filing a complaint regarding Consumer Portfolio Services (CPS) and the reporting and collection of a repossession deficiency balance related to my 2021 Ford EcoSport, VIN [XXX] and Ford Motor Company. The vehicle was affected by serious safety defects and recall-related issues that endangered my safety and substantially impaired the vehicle’s reliability, usability, and market value. Despite these known defects, CPS is attempting to collect a large deficiency balance following…

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Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.