Ford EcoSport Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Ford EcoSport model year (2018–2022) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Ford EcoSport Years to Avoid
2 recalls · 486 complaints
10 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 512
2 recalls · 277 complaints
8 reported injuries
2 reported deaths
Top issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 309
3 recalls · 236 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 249
Best Ford EcoSport Years to Buy
2 recalls · 5 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 11
3 recalls · 138 complaints
Main area: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 155
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Ford EcoSport — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 5 | — | — | 11 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 3 | 138 | 4 | — | 155 | Good |
| 2020 | 3 | 236 | 2 | — | 249 | Caution |
| 2019 | 2 | 277 | 8 | 2 | 309 | Caution |
| 2018 | 2 | 486 | 10 | — | 512 | Avoid |
All 5 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Ford EcoSport Shopping Guide by Era
2018–Present
Best: 2022Recent EcoSport models benefit from updated safety systems and revised engineering. The 2022 stands out with just 11 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, 486 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 512 — 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 11. It has only 2 recalls and 5 complaints on record with NHTSA.
Which EcoSport has the fewest problems?+
The 2022, 2021 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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