2018 Ford Ecosport

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2018 Ford Ecosport
BUILT 2026-08-02

Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

2018: 719 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2018	719
2019	451
2020	389
2021	253
2022	10

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 49%

49% of complaints: engine — 351 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE INJURY

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 41%

41% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 297 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

POWER TRAIN 9%

9% of complaints: power train — 64 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 5%

5% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 39 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 4%

4% of complaints: electrical system — 30 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY

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I HAVE 2018 FORD ECOSPORT AND THE AUTO SHUTOFF/RESTART WAS NOT WORKING RIGHT. WHEN I STOPPED AT A LIGHT IT SHUT OFF AND DIDN'T START AGAIN IT HAD STALLED THIS HAPPENED ABOUT THREE TIMES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190209

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20180621 — equipment, service brakes

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Ecosport vehicles sold in the United States Federal Territiories.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid cap and owner's manual kit, free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C04.

Campaign 18V312000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20230920 — PE (closed 20240214)

Oil Pump Failure

R 20250811 — engine and engine cooling

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Ford Focus and 2018-2022 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The oil pump drive belt or drive belt tensioner may fail, resulting in a loss of engine oil pressure.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the oil pump tensioner assembly and oil pump drive belt, free of charge.

Campaign 23V905000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Ford Ecosport — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for engine issues (351 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (297 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for power train issues (64 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 18V312000 (equipment, service brakes) has been completed.
Verify recall 23V905000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2018 Ford Ecosport reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford Ecosport?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 49% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Ford Ecosport have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.