Does the 2019 Ford Ecosport have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Ford Ecosport, the most recent reported on December 22, 2023 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, oil/lubrication, pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Ecosport?

Owners have filed 461 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (215 complaints), followed by engine (194).

How many 2019 Ford Ecosport complaints mention a crash or fire?

7 of 461 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2019 Ford Ecosport recalls and problems

2 recalls and 461 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Ford Ecosport.

recalls

461

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2019 Ford Ecosport recalls

Engine and engine cooling: engine, oil/lubrication, pump

NHTSA campaign 23V905000 · reported December 22, 2023 · Ford Motor Company · 139,730 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The 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.
The 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. Ford's number for this recall is 23S64.

Seats

NHTSA campaign 19V023000 · reported January 2, 2019 · Ford Motor Company · 63 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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."
The risk: A loose seat back can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
The 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.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Engine and engine cooling215
Engine194
Power train51
Fuel/propulsion system34
Unknown or other29
Electrical system18
Service brakes13
Vehicle speed control12
Air bags5
Steering4

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 20, 2026 · Engine
I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2019 Ford EcoSport and Ford’s repeated failure to properly complete a safety recall. In …, my vehicle displayed an oil-pressure warning while driving, just two days after an oil change. I brought it to Woodbridge Ford in […] for recall repairs. They kept my vehicle for three…

Sep 18, 2026 · Power train
2019 Ford EcoSport 1.0L, VIN […], 23,338 miles. Ford Safety Recall 23S64/NHTSA 23V-905 was performed by Rod Baker Ford in September 2025. Repair order … was opened … and the recall work was completed/invoiced … at approximately 22,812 miles. The repair included replacement of the timing belt, oil-pump drive belt and…

Sep 3, 2026 · Engine
Engine shut off while driving a vibration sounded prior to shut off so I turned off a/c then restarted engine again

Sep 2, 2026 · 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…

Aug 24, 2026 · Engine · 37,028 miles
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…

Ecosport model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2018	2	727	18	2
2019	2	461	7	2
2020	3	400	7	8
2021	3	261	7	1
2022	2	12	2	0

Across all years, the 2018 Ecosport has the most complaints (727). All Ford Ecosport years →

Questions

Does the 2019 Ford Ecosport have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2019 Ford Ecosport, the most recent reported on December 22, 2023 (Engine and engine cooling: engine, oil/lubrication, pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Ecosport?: Owners have filed 461 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is engine and engine cooling (215 complaints), followed by engine (194).
How many 2019 Ford Ecosport complaints mention a crash or fire?: 7 of 461 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 5 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 20, 2026.