ProblemsByVin File / 2022-FORD-ECOSPORT NHTSA data synced 9 hours ago

2022 · Ford

Ford Ecosport problems

Light NHTSA footprint — 10 owner complaints and 2 active recall campaigns. Either a clean record or thin data; we'll show what's there.

Reliability score

8.4 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2022 Ecosport?

Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record
Reliability score 8.4/10 — above the segment average
2 recall campaigns on file

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Buyer's checklist

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Generated from this 2022 Ecosport's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.

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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2022 Ecosport · engine

The contact owns a 2022 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determine that the catalytic converter was cracked and needed to be…

12/09/2024 · at 34,835 mi · NHTSA ODI #11629664.0

2022 Ecosport · body

The swing gate ajar light comes on and the swing gate opens slightly (doesn’t fully open) while driving. This causes me to pull off the road and open, then close the door. This has happened while driving on the expressway and late at night which causes a safety concern. I have…

11/15/2023 · NHTSA ODI #11555332.0

2022 Ecosport · airbags

I have owned this car for a month less than 3,000 miles on it and Today RESTRAINTS INDICATOR LAMP WARNING came on.

10/19/2022 · NHTSA ODI #11490082.0

2022 Ecosport · brakes Crash

The contact owns a 2022 Ford Ecosport. The contact stated that while at a stop, the brake pedal was depressed when the vehicle inadvertently lunged forward. Due to the failure, the vehicle crashed into the side of her daughter’s house. No warning lights were illuminated. The…

09/29/2022 · at 2,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11487075.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 25V126000 February 28, 2025

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 EcoSport vehicles

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.

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.

severe NHTSA 23V905000 December 22, 2023

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus and 2018-2022 Ford EcoSport vehicles

A loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and a loss of power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

Common questions

Is the 2022 Ford Ecosport reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.4 out of 10 based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2022 Ford Ecosport is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2022 Ford Ecosport?

On the NHTSA data, the 2022 Ford Ecosport does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.4/10 — above the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2022 Ford Ecosport?

No problem area has crossed our reporting threshold yet, which is a good sign for this vehicle.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

Major repair items haven't been flagged often enough on this vehicle to single one out.

How do I check if my Ford Ecosport has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2022 Ford Ecosport?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 10 complaints on file, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 9 hours ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2022/Ford/Ecosport. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Ford. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.