Every 2020 Ford EcoSport recall
Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.
Back Over Prevention · NHTSA 25V442000
Jun 27, 2025Back Over Prevention:Software
- Problem
- 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, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
- Risk
- A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- 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.
Full recall details for 25V442000 →Engine and Engine Cooling · NHTSA 23V905000
Dec 22, 2023Engine and Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/Lubrication:Pump
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and a loss of power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the oil pump tensioner assembly and oil pump drive belt, free of charge. If engine failure occurs due to a damaged oil pump belt and/or oil pump belt tensioner, Ford has authorized dealers to replace the engine assembly as an interim repair before the availability of remedy parts for the final repair. This repair will be free of charge (parts and labor). Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S64.
Full recall details for 23V905000 →Air Bags · NHTSA 20V791000
Dec 17, 2020Air Bags:Frontal:Driver Side:Inflator Module
- Problem
- 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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Risk
- Air bag modules missing the first-stage booster propellant will not deploy as intended in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- 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. Ford's number for this recall is 20C26.
Full recall details for 20V791000 →
2020 Ford EcoSport complaints and service bulletins
Owners filed 399 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Ford EcoSport, reporting 7 crashes, 8 fires, 26 injuries. Ford has issued at least 64 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.
Most-reported components
- Engine and Engine Cooling180
- Engine169
- Power Train53
- Unknown Or Other39
- Fuel/Propulsion System24
- Electrical System13
Service bulletins by component
- Electrical System (32)
- Equipment (28)
- Unknown Or Other (14)
- Power Train (6)
- Seats (3)
- Engine (2)
Read Ford EcoSport owner complaints and bulletins, every year
NHTSA defect investigations covering the 2020 Ford EcoSport
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation lists this model year in one investigation. An investigation is not a recall; it is how NHTSA decides whether one is needed.
What people reported
Owners have filed 399 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 Ford EcoSport. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.
Crash
“The low brake fluid warning came on my dash as I tried to stop at a stop sign. I tried again to depress the brake pedal and the brake pedal was not moving. It was like it was locked in place. The second time I tried to push the brake, the warning flashed that I had no brake fluid.”
2020 FORD ECOSPORTSep 24, 2026 · AL
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11766751
Injury reportedCrash
“While in traffic, the brakes were pressed, the car did not brake and I had to swerve to try to avoid one collision and caused another one. The steering wheel airbag did not deploy and the vehicle i hit was struck twice.”
2020 FORD ECOSPORTSep 23, 2026 · ID
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11766521
Fire
“On April 3, 2026, this vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic mechanical failure as I was driving on US-169, in Kansas City, Mo.,l The engine seized and the fuel line ruptured resulting in an undercarriage fire with small explosions.”
2020 FORD ECOSPORTJul 5, 2026 · MO
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11748321
Crash
“My concern is in regards to nhtsa recall number 20v-719, the 2020 Ford ecosport. The recall states that there are 10 ecosport vehicles that have airbag module issues where the airbags won't deploy. I have a 2020 Ford ecosport and I was just in a crash this past weekend.”
2020 FORD ECOSPORTJan 6, 2026
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11709054
Fire
“My Ford 2020 EcoSport caught on fire last 12/22/24 for a recall that Ford acknowledged. I am still waiting for it to get fixed, it is now 01/30/25. Now I have been paying for a car rental from my own pocket, not sure how much longer this will be.”
2020 FORD ECOSPORTJan 30, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11639664
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