The Lemon IndexAll cars · Ford EcoSport · 2018
2018 Ford EcoSport. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 2
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0L 3-cyl turbo | Auto (S6) | FWD | 27 / 29 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (S6) | AWD | 23 / 29 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 46,700 and 81,000 miles. Median 65,000, from 267 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 65,000 | 49,100–76,500 | 73 |
| Engine | 70,000 | 50,200–83,700 | 184 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 78,000 | 54,300–99,500 | 10 |
| Electrical | 43,000 | 7,500–96,800 | 12 |
| Brakes | 12,600 | 5,000–67,000 | 7 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 44% |
| Electrical | 21% |
| Brakes | 12% |
| Speed control | 6% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 6% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 727 | 18 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 150 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
23V905000 Dec 2023 Engine And Engine Cooling / Engine / Oil/Lubrication / Pump
Defect. 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 l
18V312000 May 2018 Equipment / Other / Labels
Defect. Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Ecosport vehicles sold in the United States Federal Territiories. These vehicles were shipped with the European brake reservoir pictogram cap label and the European English language owner's manual kits. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk. Owners could be confused by the incorrect label on the brake fluid cap, potentially causing them to replace the brake fluid with an incorrect fluid which could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
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.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Oil pump failure | 2023 | 2024 |
Manufacturer communications 95
Ford filed 95 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Some 2018 EcoSport vehicles equipped with a Factory Invoiced Accessories (FIA)remote start…
- Some 2018 EcoSport vehicles equipped with rear parking aid camera may intermittently exhibit…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford EcoSport 4 DR AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Ford EcoSport 4 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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