Seats
NHTSA campaign 19V023000 · 2019 · reported 01/02/2019
A loose seat back can increase the risk of injury in a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
2019 Ford Ecosport Problems & Recalls
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/14/2026
High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine And Engine Cooling — runs 7.0× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
451Complaints
2Recalls
7Crashes
2Fires
5Injured
1Deaths
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Engine And Engine Cooling (46.3% of complaints) — is covered by 1 NHTSA recall campaign.
Engine And Engine Cooling complaints here are 7.0× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
2 of the 6 most-reported categories on this page are backed by a recall or open investigation; the other 4 rest on owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 209 · 46.3% | Recalled | Recall 23V905000 |
| Engine | 187 · 41.5% | Recalled | Recall 23V905000 |
| Power Train | 49 · 10.9% | No official action | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 32 · 7.1% | No official action | — |
| Electrical System | 16 · 3.5% | No official action | — |
| Service Brakes | 13 · 2.9% | No official action | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Percentages are the share of the 451 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls — 2 campaigns
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:pump
NHTSA campaign 23V905000 · 2023 · reported 12/22/2023
A loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and a loss of power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
PARK-IT: NO · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO · OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO
Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low oil pressure waring light illuminated, and…”NHTSA complaint 11557898 — filed 12/01/2023 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
“The contact's husband owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving 45-50 MPH, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated. The vehicle…”NHTSA complaint 11556010 — filed 11/20/2023 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
“The contact owns a 2019 Ford Ecosport. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle jerked and lost motive power. The contact was able…”NHTSA complaint 11554877 — filed 11/13/2023 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2019 Ford Ecosport?
Engine and engine cooling issues are the most-reported category, cited in 209 of 451 NHTSA complaints (46.3%), followed by engine (187), power train (49), fuel/propulsion system (32). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2019 Ford Ecosport have?
451 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/14/2026. Of those, 7 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, and 5 reported injuries. 1 deaths were reported.
Does the 2019 Ford Ecosport have any recalls?
Yes — 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 19V023000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2019 Ford Ecosport's reported problems?
2 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/14/2026.
