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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2022 Ford EcoSport recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2022 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
2
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
12
Latest campaign
Feb 28, 2025

Recall summary by component2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Power train1Feb 28, 2025
Engine and engine cooling1Dec 22, 2023

Safety recalls2

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
0Park-it warnings
0Fixable over the air
Feb 28, 2025Latest campaign
Feb 28, 202525V126000

Power train: axle assembly axle shaft

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 25V126000
What's wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 EcoSport vehicles. The front axle half shafts may disconnect from the transmission, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, a disconnected half shaft can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the half shafts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 29, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S12.
Campaign
NHTSA 25V126000 · Feb 28, 2025
Dec 22, 202323V905000

Engine and engine cooling: engine oil/lubrication

A loss of oil pressure can result in an engine stall and a loss of power braking assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

DetailsHide details for campaign 23V905000
What's wrong
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.
Remedy
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.
Campaign
NHTSA 23V905000 · Dec 22, 2023
To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

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Owner complaints by component12

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
12Complaints filed
2Involving a crash
0Involving a fire
0Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Unknown or other217000
Structure217000
Engine217000
Air bags217100
Steering18000
Power train18000
Seat belts18000
Exterior lighting18000
Fuel/propulsion system18000
Service brakes18100

An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

  • Steering

    “I purchased my 2022 Ford EcoSport Titanium AWD used on February 14, 2026, with approximately 20,828 miles. The vehicle currently has approximately 36,000 miles.”

    Filed 10/13/2026 · ODI 11770739
  • Unknown or other

    “My 2022 Ford EcoSport has approximately 27,000 miles. I began experiencing a repetitive rotational thudding noise coming from the front of the vehicle while driving. The noise occurs while the vehicle is moving.”

    Filed 09/26/2026 · ODI 11767173
  • Power train

    “The vehicle was built at the Chennai, India plant on April 22, 2022. Official NHTSA recall 25V126 (Ford 25S12) covers 2021‑2022 EcoSports built between April 1, 2021 and July 20, 2022—my build date falls inside that…”

    Filed 03/21/2026 · ODI 11725995

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2022 Ford EcoSport recall questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Ford EcoSport have?

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for the 2022 Ford EcoSport. The most recent, 25V126000 (reported February 28, 2025), concerns power train. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Ford EcoSport?

Unknown or other is the most-reported component, named in 2 complaints out of 12 filed with NHTSA (17%). Across all complaints, owners reported 2 crashs and 0 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2022 Ford EcoSport?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.

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