Every record we hold for this vehicle, as plain tables, with nothing added. The consumer page shows the same records with the maintenance schedule, price ranges and nearby shops around them.
vehicle
2018 / ford / ecosport
known issues
6 clusters (reviewed 2026-08-10)
complaints
726 on file (2018-07-11 → 2026-09-03)
recalls
2
investigations
1
fars
35 occupant deaths, crash years 2010-2024 (legacy-code)
Engine and drivetrain faults after recall 23S64 repairENGINE17 complaints2024-10 → 2026-06ecosport-2018-post-recall-repair-faults
11723056 My Ford EcoSport had safety recall 23S64 performed at Diamond Ford in Lancaster, California. The recall involved the oil pump drive belt system. After the recall repair was completed, the vehicle began displaying a low oil pressure warning and the engine started shaking
11706546 Recall work done on 2018 Ford Ecosport. Next day leaking oil at all four corners of oil pan. Took back to dealership and the repaired but didn’t document it. About one week later oil and other fluids leaking from all over
11726730 The contact stated that after having the engine replaced in 2023 and being reimbursed following a subsequent recall, the vehicle experienced engine failure
Coolant intrusion into engine cylindersENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING5 complaints2025-04 → 2025-08ecosport-2018-coolant-intrusion
11666508 This morning they are telling us it's a problem with the "integrated exhaust manifold" that allowed water into the cylinders and ruined the engine
11652062 The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion into the engine and the oil pan. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced
11658957 The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that there was coolant intrusion into the engine, and the engine needed to be replaced
Turbocharger failure and underboostENGINE5 complaints2024-11 → 2026-02ecosport-2018-turbocharger-failure
11626909 My partner lost acceleration on the highway, abruptly and without warning. We took the while to a Ford dealership for diagnostics. They found that the turbocharger had come loose and was grinding against the engine
11715348 The check engine light illuminated and diagnostic trouble code P0299 (Turbocharger Underboost Condition) was identified
11675135 The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the turbo charger. The contact was informed that the turbo charger need to be replaced
Transmission engagement clunk and gear slippingPOWER TRAIN4 complaints2025-02 → 2026-04ecosport-2018-transmission-engagement
11733203 Shifting into and out of first gear causing the front end to slam down almost sending my daughter and myself threw the windshield. It clunks and slams into gears causing the car to buck, shaking when trying to start moving
11665746 The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and jerked abnormally while the transmission was shifting gear
11642842 1. The vehicle jumps when being put into gear and sometimes slips or is delayed as well. It also has a sound that goes along with it
Engine oil pressure loss with stalling and power lossENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING76 complaints2024-08 → 2026-07ecosport-2018-oil-pressure-loss
11751843 The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine, and the vehicle lost automotive power
11702769 The engine oil pump drive belt and/or tensioner failed, causing the low-oil-pressure warning light to illuminate and creating a risk of sudden engine seizure and loss of motive power while driving
11660106 The third time it came on, it stayed on and my car slowed of its own accord before coming to a complete stop due to engine failure. I was on [XXX] (a major state highway with 65mph speed limits) on my way home from work
Recall 23V905 repair parts backorder and scheduling delaysENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING66 complaints2024-08 → 2026-02ecosport-2018-recall-parts-backorder
11698985 The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair
11713053 Vehicle has an open safety recall with no repair available. I have been waiting over two years for parts with no ETA from the manufacturer or dealership. During this time, the vehicle has experienced loss of power while driving, creating a safety risk
11672443 RECALL IS OVER A YEAR AND A HALF OLD WITH NO REMEDY
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Ecosport vehicles sold in the United States Federal Territiories. These vehicles were shipped with the European brake reservoir pictogram cap label and the European English language owner's manual kits. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Owners could be confused by the incorrect label on the brake fluid cap, potentially causing them to replace the brake fluid with an incorrect fluid which could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid cap and owner's manual kit, free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C04.
23V905000
22/12/2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP
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.
A loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and a loss of power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION:PUMP
2023-09-20
2024-02-14
23V905
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 press
FARS counts every occupant death in a fatal crash, whatever the cause — it does not mean the vehicle was at fault or defective. Counts are not adjusted for how many of each vehicle are on the road.
Cite this
Derived data is CC BY 4.0. Link back to the page you used. Text and BibTeX below.
Wrench.Pro (2026). 2018 Ford Ecosport vehicle data [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/vehicles/2018/ford/ecosport
@misc{wrenchpro_2018_ford_ecosport_2026,
author = {Wrench.Pro},
title = {Wrench.Pro vehicle data: 2018 Ford Ecosport},
year = {2026},
howpublished = {\url{https://www.wrench.pro/data/vehicles/2018/ford/ecosport}},
note = {Derived from NHTSA public records. CC BY 4.0.}
}
