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175 reports with mileage · 284 unknown
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What to inspect
Issues worth paying extra attention to based on owner reports.
Engine And Engine Cooling. Review the 215 owner reports in this category and discuss these concerns during a pre-purchase inspection. Read reports →
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NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.
7 crash reports2 fire reports5 injury reports
What owners actually said
459 reports
15,000 miles · Jul 28, 2025
Power Train
The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked abnormally while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with transmission failure. The vehicle was serviced under warranty, an…
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The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked abnormally while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with transmission failure. The vehicle was serviced under warranty, and the transmission was replaced. Despite the transmission replacement, the failure persisted and became more frequent. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.
NHTSA ODI #11676608
Mileage unknown · Jul 28, 2025
EngineFuel/propulsion System
Recall anounced for vehicle early 2024. Remedy still not available. Check Engine light comes on, noticeable loss of fuel pressure at times.
NHTSA ODI #11676577
Mileage unknown · Jul 22, 2025
Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the r…
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The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
NHTSA ODI #11675375
Mileage unknown · Jul 21, 2025
Engine
Engine oil pump belt tension
NHTSA ODI #11674990
51,000 miles · Jul 18, 2025
Engine And Engine Cooling
The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated tha…
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The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75-80 MPH, the “Low Oil” warning light illuminated, and there was a sudden loss of power. The contact was able to drive 5 MPH to the nearest exit, and located a local oil service shop, where a mechanic inspected the vehicle and determined that the engine had failed. The vehicle was towed from the mechanic to the dealer, who confirmed that parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 51,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
NHTSA ODI #11674475
Mileage unknown · Jul 10, 2025
Engine
I have had the same issue with my Ecosport since 04/2022 and have taken it to the ford dealership and been in contact with ford corporate multiple times. In March 2023 I had to replace the engine because it finally completely froze up and was told it was do to the oil pump tensioner. This was the fifth time I had taken it in. Th…
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I have had the same issue with my Ecosport since 04/2022 and have taken it to the ford dealership and been in contact with ford corporate multiple times. In March 2023 I had to replace the engine because it finally completely froze up and was told it was do to the oil pump tensioner. This was the fifth time I had taken it in. The check engine light came back on as soon as I left the dealership, I was told it just needed to reset. It started having issues again in August 2023 and every time I took it in it has been dismissed. I have spent thousands of dollars on repairs for this SUV. Today the check engine light came back on and it smells like smoke if you try to drive it, along with it being very slow to pick up speed and making the same odd noise as before the motor locked up the last time. I contacted ford and made another appointment today to get it checked. I also contacted ford customer service and was told that there is nothing they can do that I will once again be responsible for the cost of all repairs because the recall is not completely in place. This vehicle is not fixable or safe to drive. Ford informed me that the vehicle is now to old for them to be responsible for the fact that the car is not fixable despite the fact that they have been trying to fix it and charging me thousands of dollars while I am still paying on it. And knowing it was unsafe
NHTSA ODI #11672578
Mileage unknown · Jul 6, 2025
Engine
Was driving down highway when I lost power and it started whistling and a warning sounded said low oil pressure so I pulled over and had to be towed home. When I received my recall letter I took it to my local ford dealer In Covington indiana and they told me they couldn't get the parts but would contact me when they came and th…
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Was driving down highway when I lost power and it started whistling and a warning sounded said low oil pressure so I pulled over and had to be towed home. When I received my recall letter I took it to my local ford dealer In Covington indiana and they told me they couldn't get the parts but would contact me when they came and they neverdid. So I called them back after this happened and they said they couldn't get these parts sent to them that I would have to find a bigger dealership. Now I have to pay for a tow to Lebanon Indiana they can't get it in until July 23rd for diagnosis and no loaner. So I am without answers or a vehicle for almost a month...
NHTSA ODI #11671433
Mileage unknown · Jul 3, 2025
Engine
I am filing a complaint regarding Ford Recall 23S64 on my 2019 Ford EcoSport. My vehicle is showing a solid red low oil pressure warning, which Ford’s own documents state can result in engine failure while driving. I contacted my Ford dealership, and they confirmed I am part of the recall but told me to keep driving the vehicle…
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I am filing a complaint regarding Ford Recall 23S64 on my 2019 Ford EcoSport. My vehicle is showing a solid red low oil pressure warning, which Ford’s own documents state can result in engine failure while driving. I contacted my Ford dealership, and they confirmed I am part of the recall but told me to keep driving the vehicle until the engine fails, even though this clearly poses a serious safety risk to myself and others on the road. They also said it would be 3 weeks before I can receive a loaner vehicle. I then called Ford’s official customer service number (800‑392‑3673) and was met with dismissive and rude behavior. My concerns about the safety of operating a vehicle with an active engine defect were not taken seriously. I explained that I rely on this car for income and have no safe alternative right now. I’m being told to knowingly drive a car with a known oil pump defect that could result in sudden engine seizure, while Ford delays parts and offers no timely solution. This creates a serious safety issue for me and for others on the road. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate this further and that Ford be required to take urgent action to provide safe alternatives to affected drivers before their engines fail.
NHTSA ODI #11671159
Mileage unknown · Jul 2, 2025
Power Train
Before 58000 miles my 2019 Ford EcoSport began experiencing serious drivetrain issues. The car grinds when going uphill, shakes and shudders when accelerating, and the RPMs surge up and down erratically. A certified Ford dealer diagnosed it as a transmission-related problem, (torque converter which I understand to be an issue w…
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Before 58000 miles my 2019 Ford EcoSport began experiencing serious drivetrain issues. The car grinds when going uphill, shakes and shudders when accelerating, and the RPMs surge up and down erratically. A certified Ford dealer diagnosed it as a transmission-related problem, (torque converter which I understand to be an issue with these cars)and Ford has only offered partial financial assistance (45%) for a $3,000 repair. These symptoms pose a potential safety issue, especially while merging, climbing hills, or accelerating in traffic. Additionally, the infotainment system failed—backup camera and USB ports stopped working—raising more concerns about overall electrical system reliability. This transmission failure occurred far too early for normal wear and raises serious concerns about possible manufacturing defects. This should not be happening this soon and no engine lights came on or anything.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus and 2018-2022 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The oil pump drive belt or drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loss of engine oil pressure.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: A loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and a loss of power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil pump tensioner assembly and oil pump drive belt, free of charge. If engine failure occurs due to a damaged oil pump belt and/or oil pump belt tensioner, Ford has authorized dealers to replace the engine assembly as an interim repair before the availability of remedy parts for the final repair. This repair will be free of charge (parts and labor). Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S64.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The front seat frames may have been improperly welded, resulting in the seat back being improperly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: A loose seat back can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front seat assemblies, free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C08.
Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗
NHTSA investigations
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PE23015 · Oil Pump Failure
Opened Sep 20, 2023 · Closed Feb 14, 2024
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:pump
On September 20, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE23-015 to investigate instances of engine failure due to loss of oil pressure in model year (MY) 2018-2021 Ford EcoSport vehicles. Some consumers reported a low engine oil pressure warning lamp immediately preceding a complete loss or reduction of motive power while the vehicle was in motion. The investigation revealed that the engine oil pump drive belt tensioner arm may fracture, separate from the tensioner backing plate, and/or the oil pump drive belt may degrade and lose teeth, resulting in a loss of engine oil pressure. A loss of engine oil pressure can result in engine seizure, which can result in a loss of motive power and a loss of mechanical vacuum pump required to provide power braking assist, increase the risk of a crash. On December 22, 2023, Ford filed recall 23V-905 for certain MY 2016-2018 Ford Focus and 2018-2022 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The recall remedy provides the replacement of the oil pump drive belt tensioner assembly and oil pump drive belt with redesigned parts to improve robustness. In view of the recall action being taken by Ford, ODI is closing this Preliminary Evaluation. The agency reserves the right to take additional action if warranted by future circumstances. To review the reports cited in the Closing Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.
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