2018 Ford Ecosport Recalls, Problems & Maintenance

“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”

“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”

“The contact stated that after having the engine replaced in 2023 and being reimbursed following a subsequent recall, the vehicle experienced engine failure”

“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”

“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”

“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”

“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”

“The check engine light illuminated and diagnostic trouble code P0299 (Turbocharger Underboost Condition) was identified”

“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”

“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”

“The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and jerked abnormally while the transmission was shifting gear”

“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”

“The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine, and the vehicle lost automotive power”

“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”

“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”

“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”

“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”

“RECALL IS OVER A YEAR AND A HALF OLD WITH NO REMEDY”