The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The co…
2018 ford Ecosport engine problems
moderate 527 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $3,100
Complaints
527
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$3,100
What owners are reporting 17 most recent
The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated while the vehicle was at a red light, the vehicle stalled. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle for the vehicle to return to normal operation. The contact stated that the failure occurred on several occasions and the vehicle was no longer drivable and failed to return to normal operation. The contact stated that several unknown …
Engine failed at 61500 miles. It is hot garbage.
1. The oil pump is belt driven and located inside the engine. The belt frayed and clogged the oil pump leading to low oil pressure. The car stalled on the interstate and is currently available for inspection at an out of state dealership. 2. The car gave no previous warning before abruptly decreasing in speed while we were driving on the interstate. 3. There have been other incidents, an employe…
Engine failed at 61500, regular oil changes, this vehicle is trash.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000(Engine and Engine Cooling) advising that the parts needed to complete the recall repair were now available and to contact the local dealer. Upon contacting the local dealer, the contact was informed that no repairs would be performed on the vehicle unless the engine failure had occurred. T…
The contact's wife owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated while driving approximately 75-77 MPH, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the oil pump tensioner had failed, causing the engine failure. The dealer determined that the …
The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate immediately. The transmission warning light was illuminated. The check engine warning light was later illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an oil pressure test was performed, and determined that the long block assembly, turbocharger, and engine n…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45–55 MPH, the low-pressure oil warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the engine had failed, and that the vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact called an unknown local dealer, but the vehicle was not …
After receiving an oil change the day before and getting the “all good,” I set out for a cross state road trip to see family. Less than halfway through our drive, about 400 miles in, my 2018 Ford EcoSport shut down on the side of the highway. I could not get my vehicle to turn on or move. I was given a warning on my dash that stated I needed service on my vehicle and less than ten seconds later th…
Common questions
How serious is the engine problem on the 2018 ford Ecosport?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 527 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $3,100 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the engine typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $3,100 for engine repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to engine?
No active recalls currently cover engine issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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