2021 Ford Ecosport Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Ecosport years
- Fewer complaints than other years 4th of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 261 complaints with NHTSA about the 2021 Ford Ecosport. That ranks 4th out of 6 Ecosport model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (134 complaints, 51%), typically at around 55,000 miles. Complaints mention 7 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
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- 261owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 7complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2021 Ford Ecosport problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling problems | 134 | 51% | 55,000 | “engine cooling contacted” (28%) | — |
| Engine problems | 87 | 33% | 60,539 | “oil pump” (23%) | — |
| Power Train problems | 51 | 20% | 52,303 | “cooling power train” (27%) | — |
| Electrical System | 23 | 9% | 37,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 21 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 14 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 12 | 5% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 3% | 87,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 6 | 2% | 87,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 1% | 98,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 1% | 92,500 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 0% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 0% | 60,688 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2021 Ford Ecosport recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Back over prevention:software
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Oil Pump Failure (PE23015) — opened Sep 20, 2023, closed Feb 14, 2024, led to recall 23V905.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
when driving the car, it will turn off all of a sudden and a message saying emergency power this is very dangers as it happened to my daughter in the middle of the road it will also stall to turn on after getting gas and you have to sit there and turn the car on and off till it decides to tune on…
XXX: A 2021 Ford EcoSport S (VIN: [XXX]) was towed to Mid-State Ford for the 1.0L EcoBoost Oil Pump Drive Belt Tensioner Safety Recall (Recall 23S64 / NHTSA 23V905). Prior to the tow, the transmission and drivetrain functioned flawlessly with zero slipping, codes, or mechanical noise. XXX: Service…
I've had the same recall fixed on this car three times and once again on XXX myself and my husband were in the car driving and the wrench light and engine light came on and my car went into limp mode it wouldn't go above like 35mph I actually caught this on video and my husband was trying to make a…
My vehicles service engine light has been on for over a year now. I have contacted the service department and Ford Dealership. I was told that it was covered under Ford and I would not be charged. I have called the Ford Customer Service Department about my vehicle, but nothing seems to be correct…
The contact owns a 2021 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly started shaking slowly and felt that the shaking was coming from the rear end. The contact stated that over time, the shaking was felt in the front end of the vehicle, and…
Other Ford Ecosport years
← 2020 Ecosport · 2022 Ecosport →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Ecosport | 12 | 2 |
| 2021 | 261 | 3 |
| 2020 Ecosport | 400 | 3 |
| 2019 Ecosport | 460 | 2 |
| 2018 Ecosport | 726 | 2 |
| 2005 Ecosport | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Ecosport?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, engine, power train problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 134 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Ford Ecosport?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2021 Ford Ecosport a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Ecosport model years, the 2021 has fewer complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.