NHTSA Data Explorer

Ford EcoSport

Data refreshed June 26, 2026

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Complaints

1,816

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

24

Crashes

39

Fires

12

Top reported issues — Ford EcoSport

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Reporting mechanism

850

Performance issue

477

Operating state

447

Engine behavior

340

Condition issue

322

Noise

281

Vibration/harshness

113

Starting behavior

110

Fluid issue

97

Thermal issue

69

Braking behavior

58

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

55

Recent change

44

Safety restraint issue

34

Driver assistance issue

31

Powering on/off behavior

30

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.

2021 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed Jun 23, 2026


Engine failed after repair of15000 miles with same break down The dealership did not clean out shredded timing belt and the second belt was shredded

2020 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed Jun 20, 2026


Fuel injectors, hand brake when reversing, spuddering when push on gas, windshield crack when cleaning from the inside accidently hit rear view mirror.

2021 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed Jun 19, 2026


Car had an interim engine placed in March 2024, for Ford recall 23S64. Then car stalled again in May 2026, took in it to have it checked and they repaired the engine and replaced the catalytic converter as per Ford recall 23S64. We replaced at our cost ther cam sensors. 7 days after picking up the vehicle, it shut down in the middle lane of the Southfield Freeway causing a safety issue to me and those around me. One the vehicle was safely on the side of the road thanks to some construction…

2019 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed Jun 15, 2026


The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle decelerated, and the RPM was lowered. After parking and restarting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 20 MPH with the wrench icon displayed. The vehicle was slowly driven to the residence. The cause of the failure was not determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure. The manufacturer was not yet contacted. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously…

2018 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed Jun 12, 2026


3 injured
Crash

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The braking system failed, preventing the vehicle from stopping properly. The vehicle is currently at a tow yard and is available for inspection upon request. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Because the brakes failed, I was unable to stop at a traffic light. The vehicle entered oncoming traffic and was involved in a collision, placing my safety and the safety of other…

2021 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed Jun 11, 2026


Crash

The contact owned a 2021 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25-30 MPH, the vehicle ahead applied the brakes. The contact then depressed the brake pedal; however, the brakes were inoperable, causing the vehicle to rear-end the vehicle in front. The contact further stated that the parking brake was applied but was also inoperable. The contact stated that the vehicle sustained front-end damage, including impact to the center of the bumper, radiator damage, and…

2018 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed Jun 10, 2026


Safety defect involves an extreme structural hazard caused by the improper execution and assembly of components under open Federal Safety Recall Campaign 23V905 (Ford Recall 23S64) on a 2018 Ford EcoSport.The vehicle previously underwent the authorized interim engine replacement mandated by Safety Recall 23S64. Following a recent diagnosis by certified technicians to investigate severe vehicle noise, it was discovered that all but one of the main front engine subframe (cradle) bolts are…

2020 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed Jun 9, 2026


I had my car fixed from a recall for an engine oil pump or something like that. After it was fixed, my car will shut off when I’m at a stop light or while I’m driving. It is not safe and scares me. My check engine light will come on and off, and my local dealership won’t help unless the check engine light is on when I bring it in. This has been going on since early May.

2021 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed Jun 9, 2026


The contact owns a 2021 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle restarted after 20 minutes. The Check Engine warning light was illuminated. The Charging System Failed message was displayed. The vehicle was previously taken to the local dealer for NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) recall repair. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the EVAP purge system…

2020 FORD ECOSPORT

Filed Jun 6, 2026


Backup Camera Blue Screen Failure. Does Not Work; Happened within time frame of the other ford vehicle recalls for backup camera safety concerns.

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Updated June 26, 2026. Refreshed nightly.