2021 Ford Ecosport Power Train Problems
Owners have filed 51 complaints with NHTSA about power train problems on the 2021 Ford Ecosport, 20% of all complaints for this model year. Half of the reports with a mileage happened before 52,303 miles. The words owners use most often: “cooling power train” (27% of reports).
- 51power train complaints
- 52,303median miles at failure
- 1mention a crash
- 0mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- 40%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Cooling power train: mentioned in 14 of 51 complaints (27%)
- Notifications numbers engine: mentioned in 14 of 51 complaints (27%)
At what mileage do power train problems happen?
Based on 12 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 51 complaints, 1 mention a crash.
Ford Ecosport power train complaints by model year
| Model year | Power Train complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Ecosport | 1 | 8% | — |
| 2021 Ecosport | 51 | 20% | 52,303 |
| 2020 Ecosport | 53 | 13% | 26,000 |
| 2019 Ecosport | 50 | 11% | 45,000 |
| 2018 Ecosport | 67 | 9% | 77,977 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
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.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
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…
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…
Frequently asked questions
Do all 2021 Ford Ecosports have power train problems?
No. NHTSA has 51 owner complaints about power train for the 2021 Ford Ecosport (20% of the 260 complaints for this model year). Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the 2021 Ford Ecosport power train?
Yes: 1 safety recall list power train. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
At what mileage do power train problems start?
The median reported mileage is 52,303 miles: half of the reports with a mileage came before that.
What do owners say about power train problems on the 2021 Ford Ecosport?
The most frequent phrase is “cooling power train”, in 14 of 51 complaints, followed by “notifications numbers engine” (14).
Other 2021 Ford Ecosport problems
See all 2021 Ford Ecosport problems or power train problems across all Ecosport years.