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
1 recall · 505 complaints
10 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE
Problem score: 528
2 recalls · 296 complaints
8 reported injuries
2 reported deaths
Top issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 328
2 recalls · 272 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 282
Best Ford EcoSport Years to Buy
1 recall · 6 complaints
Main area: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 9
3 recalls · 153 complaints
Main area: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Problem score: 182
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Ford EcoSport — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 6 | — | — | 9 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 3 | 153 | 10 | — | 182 | Good |
| 2020 | 2 | 272 | 2 | — | 282 | Caution |
| 2019 | 2 | 296 | 8 | 2 | 328 | Caution |
| 2018 | 1 | 505 | 10 | — | 528 | 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 9 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 1 recall, 505 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 528 — 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 9. It has only 1 recall and 6 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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