Ford EcoSport Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Ford EcoSport model year (2018–2022) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, injuries, and deaths. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Ford EcoSport Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 707 complaints
7 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 727
2 recalls · 436 complaints
5 reported injuries
1 reported death
Top issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 457
3 recalls · 363 complaints
6 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 384
Best Ford EcoSport Years to Buy
2 recalls · 8 complaints
Main area: SEAT BELTS
Problem score: 14
3 recalls · 232 complaints
Main area: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 255
3 recalls · 363 complaints
Main area: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 384
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Ford EcoSport — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 8 | 14 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 3 | 232 | 255 | Caution |
| 2020 | 3 | 363 | 384 | Caution |
| 2019 | 2 | 436 | 457 | Caution |
| 2018 | 2 | 707 | 727 | Avoid |
Higher scores indicate more reported safety issues across recalls, complaints, and injury data.
Ford EcoSport Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2022Recent EcoSport models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. Lower problem scores typically appear in this era. The 2022 stands out with just 14 problem points. Always request a pre-purchase inspection and VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year EcoSport should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2018 Ford EcoSport if possible. It has 2 recalls, 707 owner complaints, and the most common complaint category is ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. The overall problem score is 727 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year EcoSport to buy?+
The 2022 Ford EcoSport is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 14. It has only 2 recalls and 8 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which EcoSport has the fewest problems?+
The 2022, 2021, 2020 model years have the fewest documented problems across recall and complaint databases. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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