2020 Ford Ecosport Engine Problems
- Complaints
- 171about this part
- Share
- 43%of 401 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 65,000miles
- Trend
- RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 171 complaints about the engine of the 2020 Ford Ecosport, 43% of the 401 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 65,000 miles. 8 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Got an appointment with Honolulu Ford, Hawaii to check the recall for oil pump and belt they saint we don`t have the part, keep driving till engine blow up then we might replace it I`m a dealer sold the car for customer to use it fot Turo, need to clear the recall If the car blow up or burn, soo dangerous and no repair or part available”
NHTSA complaint #11678876, filed 2025-08“Low oil pressure warning on dash, engine lost power while driving. Vehicle stalled and would not restart. Oil level was good. Towed to shop and was informed of an oil pump drive belt failure causing internal engine damage and turbocharger failure. No warning lights prior to incident. I am the technician filing this for our customer.”
NHTSA complaint #11563675, filed 2024-01“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. Ford has offered to do nothing with the repair and the engine is on back order for 6 months. This is a know issue already under investigation by the NHSTA and i want to add my case.”
NHTSA complaint #11552663, filed 2023-10“Car became sluggish and loud for a couple days before car indicated oil pressure issue car is now inoperable need fixed but don't have the money because car is still financed with ford and no help with issue was informed its all our responsibility I just want my car fixed or told I'll be reimbursed if I have it repaired myself”
NHTSA complaint #11565495, filed 2024-01“The pressure light came on and car started shaking and lost power. Called Ford to be told parts not available to call a dealership and they said they can’t do anything at this time or provide me with a loaner. And I have to literally have my car towed because I was stuck on the side of the highway. If this is a recall Ford or the dealership are not doing anything to help me.”
NHTSA complaint #11598055, filed 2024-07Related service bulletins
- 11036546Aug 25, 2026Customer Satisfaction Program 26L02 Certain 2014-2021 Model Year Various Vehicles 1.0L Fox Classic Engine Timing Belt and Oil Pump Belt Interval Change
- 10179344Aug 12, 2020Some 2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit incomplete user authorization, no authorization pop-up on the SYNC infotainment system, vehicle connectivity…
Engine: other model years
Other parts of the 2020 Ford Ecosport
179 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
53 complaintsOther or unknown
39 complaintsFuel system
25 complaintsElectrical system
14 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
12 complaintsAir bags
9 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2020 Ford Ecosport
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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