2020 Ford Ecosport

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2020 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

2020: 389 complaints

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

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 45%

45% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 174 distinct reports on file.

ENGINE 42%

42% of complaints: engine — 162 distinct reports on file.

FIRE INJURY

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Oil pump failure causing entire motor to need to be replaced. Motor failed at 60,400 miles just outside of warranty while going down the interstate at 70 miles an hour.

NHTSA ODI report, 20231030

I was driving on the highway on July 18, 2023 and had engine failure. The car made a thump as if engine collapsed and there was fire under the car - 2020 Ford Ecosport.

NHTSA ODI report, 20230918

POWER TRAIN 13%

13% of complaints: power train — 51 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 6%

6% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 23 distinct reports on file.

FIRE

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 3%

3% of complaints: electrical system — 13 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20210218 — air bags

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 EcoSport and 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles. Depending on the model, either the driver side or passenger side frontal air bag modules are missing the first-stage booster propellant and sleeve.

Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag module on either the driver or passenger side, free of charge. This recall began February 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

Campaign 20V791000 — 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

R 20250904 — back over prevention

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair,...

Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

Campaign 25V442000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2020 Ford Ecosport — pre-purchase inspection

Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (174 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for engine issues (162 reports on file for this year).
Test/inspect for power train issues (51 reports on file for this year).
Verify recall 20V791000 (air bags) has been completed.
Verify recall 23V905000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
Verify recall 25V442000 (back over prevention) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2020 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 2020 Ford Ecosport?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2020 Ford Ecosport have?

3 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.