Does the 2022 Ford Ecosport have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 Ford Ecosport, the most recent reported on February 28, 2025 (Power train: axle assembly, axle shaft). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford Ecosport?

Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (2 complaints), followed by engine (2).

How many 2022 Ford Ecosport complaints mention a crash or fire?

2 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2022 Ford Ecosport recalls and problems

2 recalls and 12 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Ford Ecosport.

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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.

2022 Ford Ecosport recalls

Power train: axle assembly, axle shaft

NHTSA campaign 25V126000 · reported February 28, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 18,648 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: 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.
The 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.
The 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

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.

Most reported problems

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

Air bags2
Engine2
Structure2
Unknown or other2
Exterior lighting1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Power train1
Seat belts1
Service brakes1
Steering1

What owners report

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

Oct 13, 2026 · 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…

Sep 26, 2026 · 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…

Mar 21, 2026 · 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…

Mar 21, 2026 · Structure
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…

Jan 31, 2026 · 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…

Ecosport model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
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 2022 Ford Ecosport have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2022 Ford Ecosport, the most recent reported on February 28, 2025 (Power train: axle assembly, axle shaft). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford Ecosport?: Owners have filed 12 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (2 complaints), followed by engine (2).
How many 2022 Ford Ecosport complaints mention a crash or fire?: 2 of 12 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 0 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 13, 2026.