Is the Ford EcoSport Reliable?
2018–2022 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Ford EcoSport Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 5 | — | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 1 | 138 | 4 | — | 63 | Fair |
| 2020 | 1 | 244 | 2 | — | 64 | Fair |
| 2019 | 2 | 286 | 8 | 2 | 40 | Poor |
| 2018 | 2 | 491 | 10 | — | 55 | Fair |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the EcoSport Compares to Similar Vehicles
The EcoSport scores 6 points below the average suv. Consider checking years with lower complaint volumes.
Known Ford EcoSport Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 1164 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ford EcoSport reliable?+
The Ford EcoSport scores 62/100 on our reliability index — rated "Fair." Across 5 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 7 recall campaigns and 1164 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year EcoSport is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2022 EcoSport achieved the highest reliability score of 90/100 with 1 recall and 5 complaints.
How many miles does a EcoSport last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Ford EcoSport owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used EcoSport will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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