2022 Ford Ecosport problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Structure:body (2) · Steering (1) · Service Brakes (1)
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Safety recalls (2)
Power Train:axle Assembly:axle Shaft 2025-02-28 · campaign 25V126000 · 18,648 vehicles
Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 EcoSport vehicles. The front axle half shafts may disconnect from the transmission, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, a disconnected half shaft can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the half shafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S12.
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
Service bulletins (16)
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 2025-12-02 · 25L02 · Other
special field action 25l02 certain 2017-2024 model year california emissions-certified vehicles transmission control assembly reimbursement
Unknown Or Other 2025-08-07 · SSM 54116 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
various 2019-2024 ford and lincoln vehicles equipped with sync 3 may experience a partially or fully black center display screen at start-up using apple carplay or android auto. this does not affect rear camera operation. this may be due to interference from the phone being connected into the media
Unknown Or Other 2025-05-10 · 24B47 S1 · Other
certain 2018-2024 model year various vehicles — update sync software
Unknown Or Other 2024-12-04 · 24B47 S1 · Other
certain 2018 - 2024 model year various vehicles update sync software
Unknown Or Other 2024-08-23 · SSM 52820 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some 2019-2024 ford and lincoln vehicles equipped with a telematics control unit module (tcu) may exhibit the location toggle button in the connectivity setting menu grayed out with an inability to switch it off.
Unknown Or Other 2024-07-23 · 24B47 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
certain 2018 - 2024 model year various vehicles update sync software in all the affected vehicles, due to an error in the sync software, you may experience sync system instability concerns and/or a failure to preserve certain settings across ignition cycles. this may result in a black infotainment s
Showing the 6 most recent of 16 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2026-10-13 · Steering“i purchased my 2022 ford ecosport titanium awd used on february 14, 2026, with approximately 20,828 miles. the vehicle currently has approximately 36,000 miles. when purchased, the vehicle had no noticeable steering problems. however, over time, i began experiencing alignment issues, uneven front tire wear, and steering wheel misalignment that req…”
2026-09-26 · Unknown Or Other“my 2022 ford ecosport has approximately 27,000 miles. i began experiencing a repetitive rotational thudding noise coming from the front of the vehicle while driving. the noise occurs while the vehicle is moving. on september 1, 2026, i took the vehicle to ntb for inspection. ntb diagnosed the vehicle as needing both front wheel bearings and tie rod…”
2026-03-21 · Power Train“the vehicle was built at the chennai, india plant on april 22, 2022. official nhtsa recall 25v126 (ford 25s12) covers 2021‑2022 ecosports built between april 1, 2021 and july 20, 2022—my build date falls inside that window. the vehicle exhibits the exact symptoms described in the recall: a jolt/clunk when shifting into reverse and a shudder from t…”
2026-03-21 · Structure:body“the left‑side roof rail trim detached from the vehicle while driving, creating a road hazard that could have struck another vehicle or pedestrian. the remaining right‑side trim is now lifting and is likely to detach as well. ford has previously issued safety recalls (21s22, 24s02) for roof rail and pillar trim detachment on other models (e.g., exp…”
2026-01-31 · Seat Belts“i bought a 2022 ford ecosport. the seatbelts are not working and i am currently down to one seatbelt in the rear seats that work. i haul 3 children regularly and now am having to transport without a seatbelt which is against the law and totally unsafe. i called ricart’s in columbus ohio and they want $100 per seatbelt to fix. at this point i am exp…”
2025-07-25 · Exterior Lighting“my license plate lights fall down in front of the license plate. i have had them fixed 5 times by the dealer during the time i have owned the car- which is almost 3 years. my warranty will be expiring 13 august 2025. i have been told by the dealership if this happens after my warranty is up, i will be responsible for the cost of repair plus labor. …”
2024-12-09 · Engine · 34,835 mi“the contact owns a 2022 ford ecosport. the contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determine that the catalytic converter was cracked and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the…”
2024-03-18 · Fuel/Propulsion System“the vehicle frequently loses power yet it is not consistent enough to determine a pattern. sometimes i am simply backing out of my driveway, sometimes i am accelerating after a stop sign, sometimes i am accelerating while entering on the freeway, sometimes i am simply driving down the freeway. what is consistent are the symptoms. the vehicle loses …”
2023-11-15 · Structure:body“the swing gate ajar light comes on and the swing gate opens slightly (doesn’t fully open) while driving. this causes me to pull off the road and open, then close the door. this has happened while driving on the expressway and late at night which causes a safety concern. i have brought it to 2 different dealerships, but neither was able to reproduc…”
2023-08-09 · Air Bags · 💥 crash“ the vehicle (maj6s3kl1nc474743) was impacted on the passenger side and the air bags failed to deploy. the safety risk caused hospital visit and numerous doctor visits. the problem was confirmed by enterprise, po box 801770, kansas city mo. 64180 damage recovery unit. (866) 300-3239. the following have infer inspection of the vehicle: enterprise, …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.