2019 Ford ECOSPORT problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
459 owner complaints analyzed
2 distinct recall campaigns
67,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2019 model year. Data snapshot: . 175 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Engine And Engine Cooling is the most frequently named component, appearing in 211 of 459 complaints (46.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Engine operation | 65 | 14.2% |
| Transmission and shifting | 24 | 5.2% |
| Braking behavior | 22 | 4.8% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 15 | 3.3% |
| Fuel system concerns | 6 | 1.3% |
| Steering behavior | 5 | 1.1% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 211 |
| Engine | 193 |
| Power Train | 49 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 34 |
| Unknown Or Other | 29 |
| Electrical System | 16 |
| Service Brakes | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 12 |
Engine And Engine Cooling: 211; Engine: 193; Power Train: 49; Fuel/Propulsion System: 34; Unknown Or Other: 29; Electrical System: 16; Service Brakes: 13; Vehicle Speed Control: 12
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 19 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 23 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 73 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 45 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 12 |
| 150,000 and above | 3 |
Under 25,000: 19; 25,000 to 49,999: 23; 50,000 to 74,999: 73; 75,000 to 99,999: 45; 100,000 to 149,999: 12; 150,000 and above: 3
50,000 to 74,999 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (73). 284 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 3 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 100 |
| 2024 | 199 |
| 2025 | 99 |
| 2026 | 36 |
2019: 3; 2020: 6; 2021: 4; 2022: 12; 2023: 100; 2024: 199; 2025: 99; 2026: 36
Pattern summary
Engine And Engine Cooling leads the component reports. Engine operation appears in 65 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 24 complaint narratives. Braking behavior appears in 22 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11464002 · 2022-05-10 (May 10, 2022)
Oil pump belt shredded without warning at 62,000 miles causing complete engine failure while driving in traffic. Multiple warning lights illuminated, but failure was abrupt and immediate. Car was performing normally and then within a matter of seconds I experienced complete loss of power. Vehicle is presently at the Ford garage. Ford representative told us that the belt for the oil pump shredded and caused loss of oil pressure which lead to a complete loss of power.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11464002 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11499126 · 2022-12-28 (December 28, 2022)
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Ecosport. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the oil warning light illuminated. After pulling over, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.
Owner-reported narrative. 79,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11499126 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11286351 · 2019-12-02 (December 2, 2019)
WHEN SHIFTING FROM REVERSE INTO DRIVE THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS RESULTING IN THE CAR JUMPING FORWARD. SOMETIMES IT ONLY STUMBLES AND IS BARELY NOTICEABLE. OTHER TIMES IT JUMPS FORWARD SEVERAL FEET. I TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I BOUGHT IT AND WE DROVE ANOTHER BRAND NEW CAR THAT HAD THE SAME ISSUE. THEIR MECHANIC SAID IT WAS NORMAL. THIS MAKES TURNING AROUND IN A PARKING LOT OR SMALL SPACE VERY DANGEROUS.
Owner-reported narrative. 50 miles reported. Look up ODI 11286351 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11475496 · 2022-07-23 (July 23, 2022)
Since I leased this car, I’ve had three transmission replacements, a full wiring harness replacement, numerous electrical issues with the display, and now can’t drive it due to engine low oil pressure. This car is nothing but a nightmare.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11475496 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11310817 · 2020-02-23 (February 23, 2020)
THE FRONT SEAT FRAMES MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY WELDED WHICH CAN HEIGHTENED THE POTENTIALITY OF HARM CAUSED TO A PERSON INVOLVED IN A CRASH. CARS.COM IS STATING THAT A RECALL IS IN EFFECT. NHTSA IS STATING THAT 1 RECALL DOES EXIST. KELLY BLUE BLUE BOOK IS STATING THAT A RECALL HAS BEEN MADE BUT THAT IT DOESN'T PERTAIN TO MY SPECIFIC VEHICLE. NOTHING HAS HAPPENED YET, BUT ROD FROM LARRY H. MILLER FORD IN MESA, AZ STATES THAT THERE COULD BE A PROBLEM WITHIN THE FUTURE. CARS.COM STATES THAT THE NHTSA RECALL NUMBER IS 19V023000 WITH A RECALL DA…
Owner-reported narrative. 7,600 miles reported. Look up ODI 11310817 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11351642 · 2020-08-27 (August 27, 2020)
I SUSPECT THAT MY 2019 FORD ECOSPORT COMPUTER SYSTEM/CAR IS BEING HACKED/DRIVEN REMOTELY. WHEN I AM DRIVING THE CAR IT IS TURNING IN DIRECTIONS WHEN I AM NOT MOVING THE STEERING WHEEL, THE BRAKES ARE FAILING SOMETIMES WHEN I GO TO USE THEM, AS WELL AS THE BRAKES BEING APPLIED WHEN I AM NOT USING THEM, THE DIGITAL DISPLAYS AND RADIO SETTINGS ARE CHANGING WITHOUT ME DOING ANYTHING, THE CAR IS REDUCING SPEED AND SPEED ACCELERATING WHEN I AM NOT CONTROLLING THEM FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THIS STARTED SEVERAL MONTHS AGO, SO I WILL INPUT TODAYS DATE …
Owner-reported narrative. 2,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11351642 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11463937 · 2022-05-09 (May 9, 2022)
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Ecosport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brakes seized and the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine, battery, and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The contact replaced the battery; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
Owner-reported narrative. 55,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11463937 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11551680 · 2023-10-24 (October 24, 2023)
I have had several problems: Turbo replaced in 2022 (twice) Engine replace once in 2022 2023; replaced wire harness 2023 replaced fuel pump 2023 replaced battery 2023 replaced gas control valve All at which was replaced at separate service dates. This car is not reliable. Very unsafe drive. Has been towed 3 times to the Ford Dealer Ship in Chattanooga, TN in the last month and a half. Need to be recalled and deemed unsafe to drive. I have been stranded in the car serval times in since purchasing it new in 2020.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11551680 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11555306 · 2023-11-15 (November 15, 2023)
The low oil level indicator light went on while I was driving in my 2019 Ford EcoSport. I stopped at an auto parts store and had them add oil. The light did not go off when we tried to clear the sensor. I drove it home (about a mile) and it struggled to pick up speed and the engine started to knock. I did some research on the model and the government is currently looking into to this issue and there are several lawsuits. All have indicated they were just out of the warranty and the entire engine needed to be replaced. It is going to cost me tho…
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11555306 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11342915 · 2020-08-03 (August 3, 2020)
I PURCHASED VEHICLE OCTOBER 2019 AND ASKED PREOWNED DEALERSHIP THE NEXT DAY I PURCHASED ABOUT THE ISSUE I HAVE: MY VEHICLE HAS DELAYED ACCELERATION AND JERKS ITS WAY THROUGH GEARS WHEN I AM MOVING AT STOP LIGHT OR BACKING UP FROM PARKING SPACE. ALSO STEERING GEAR SHAKES AND ASKED THEM IF IT WAS AN ALIGNMENT ISSUE BUT THEY SAID NOTHING WAS WRONG WITH IT.
Owner-reported narrative. 14,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11342915 at NHTSA ↗