2019 Ford Ecosport problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Engine And Engine Cooling (207) · Engine (118) · Power Train (42)
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175 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (2)
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:oil/Lubrication:pump 2023-12-22 · campaign 23V905000 · 139,730 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: A loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and a loss of power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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. For
Seats 2019-01-02 · campaign 19V023000 · 63 vehicles
Defect: 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."
Risk: A loose seat back can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: 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.
Service bulletins (69)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Unknown Or Other 2026-08-25 · 26L02 · Other
customer satisfaction program 26l02 certain 2014-2021 model year various vehicles 1.0l fox classic engine timing belt and oil pump belt interval change
Unknown Or Other 2025-09-17 · 25P28 · Other
certain model year multiple vehicles ford pass/lincoln way connectivity concerns
Unknown Or Other 2024-05-27 · TSB 24-2165 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article supersedes tsb 21-2175 to update the tsb service procedure. some 2016 mks, 2016-2017 navigator, 2016-2018 f-150/focus/c-max/edge/fiesta/mkx/transit connect/mustang, 2017-2018 continental/fusion/mkz, 2017-2019 explorer, 2016-2019 escape/mkc/flex/mkt/taurus/transit/expedition/f-super duty
Equipment 2024-04-24 · SSM 52476 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
all accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. if the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicle s owner during initial delivery. unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad,
Power Train 2024-03-01 · SSM 52314 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
during service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the timing gear breaking and engine damage. replacement of the bolt
Equipment:other:owners/Service/Other Manual 2023-06-08 · SAN-Vol1 I1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the service awareness newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a tsb, ssm, gsb, or other electronic communication. this article includes information on warranty, technical service tips and other service information.
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What owners report
2026-10-29 · Engine“my 2019 ford ecosport is subject to safety recall 23s64 (nhtsa 23v905), involving the engine oil pump drive belt and tensioner. i have been trying to get this recall addressed for approximately two years. when i previously contacted the dealership to schedule the repair, i was told that i would be placed on a waiting list because the necessary par…”
2026-10-20 · Power Train“i am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2019 ford ecosport and ford’s repeated failure to properly complete a safety recall. in xxx, my vehicle displayed an oil-pressure warning while driving, just two days after an oil change. i brought it to woodbridge ford in [xxx] for recall repairs. they kept my vehicle for three months before claiming it…”
2026-09-18 · Power Train“2019 ford ecosport 1.0l, vin [xxx], 23,338 miles. ford safety recall 23s64/nhtsa 23v-905 was performed by rod baker ford in september 2025. repair order xxx was opened xxx and the recall work was completed/invoiced xxx at approximately 22,812 miles. the repair included replacement of the timing belt, oil-pump drive belt and oil-pump drive-belt tens…”
2026-09-03 · Engine“engine shut off while driving a vibration sounded prior to shut off so i turned off a/c then restarted engine again …”
2026-09-02 · Engine“my 2019 ford ecosport suffered sudden low oil pressure and catastrophic engine failure 10 months after receiving service under safety recall 23s64. nhtsa campaign 23v905. the authorized dealership is refusing to inspect the vehicle or honor ford's engine replacement remedy, claiming the recall is closed and too much time has passed. this leaves m…”
2026-08-24 · Engine And Engine Cooling · 37,028 mi“the contact owns a 2019 ford ecosport. the contact stated that while stopped at a red light, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. the vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the starter needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check eng…”
2026-08-24 · Engine And Engine Cooling“the contact owns a 2019 ford ecosport. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 23v905000 (engine and engine cooling). the local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the contact called another dealer, shottenkirk ford jasper (868 ga-515, jasper, ga 30143); and the contact was informed that the vehi…”
2026-08-05 · Fuel/Propulsion System“for a month, every time i put gas in my car whether i filled up or just put half a tank my car will not start for 10-15 minutes. i took it to the ford place and my extended warranty wouldn't cover it. it seems like an evap valve would be covered. i have only had my car 11 months. this is going to cost over $1,000 to fix. it seems like ford shoul…”
2026-08-05 · Fuel/Propulsion System“ a young teenage driver faced a terrifying highway emergency when her vehicle suffered an abrupt, dangerous loss of motive power at 70+ mph on the interstate due to sudden turbocharger failure. moving at high speeds in heavy traffic, the sudden drop in acceleration left the driver vulnerable to rear-end collisions from oncoming semi-trucks. th…”
2026-08-04 · Engine“no issues with vehicle until failure, properly maintained, regular oil changes. while driving the vehicle the engine lost power and check engine light came on. the vehicle rpm's increased but had no power. was able to drive the vehicle home but was at inconstant speeds / rpms could not get above 40 mph. low oil light came on while driving home as …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.