2022 Ford Ecosport
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2022 Ford Ecosport is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 108 on record.
2022 Ford Ecosport at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2022 Ford Ecosport recalls 2
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.
Fix: 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.
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.
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 par…
Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2022 Ford Ecosport common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2022 Ford Ecosport safety ratings
Rollover risk: 19.1% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2022 Ford EcoSport SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2022 Ford Ecosport MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2022 Ford Ecosport costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 16
Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 16.
Special Field Action 25L02 Certain 2017-2024 Model Year California Emissions-Certified Vehicles Transmission Control Assembly Reimbursement
Bulletin 25L02 · Dec 2025Various 2019-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a partially or fully black center display screen at start-up using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. This does not affect rear camera operation. This may be due to interference from t…
Bulletin SSM 54116 · Electrical System · Aug 2025CERTAIN 2018-2024 MODEL YEAR VARIOUS VEHICLES — UPDATE SYNC SOFTWARE
Bulletin 24B47 S1 · May 2025Certain 2018 - 2024 Model Year Various Vehicles Update SYNC Software
Bulletin 24B47 S1 · Dec 2024Some 2019-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a telematics control unit module (TCU) may exhibit the Location toggle button in the Connectivity setting menu grayed out with an inability to switch it off.
Bulletin SSM 52820 · Aug 2024Certain 2018 - 2024 Model Year Various Vehicles Update SYNC Software In all the affected vehicles, due to an error in the SYNC software, you may experience SYNC system instability concerns and/or a failure to preserve certain settings across ignition cycles. T…
Bulletin 24B47 · Jul 2024Some 2019-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC3 may experience various FordPass/LincolnWay connectivity concerns including but not limited to: missing activation prompt (pop-up) on the vehicle's center display screen when attempting to activate ve…
Bulletin SSM 52722 · Jul 2024Some 2019-2024 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a programming Error - "INSTL_ERR12" while programming APIM using the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) or experience a frozen screen which says "updating system software" or no progress/response…
Bulletin SSM 52704 · Jul 2024Some 2019-2024 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a programming Error - "INSTL_ERR12" while programming APIM using the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System, or experience a frozen screen which says "updating system software" or no progress/response from…
Bulletin SSM 52675 · Jun 2024This article supersedes TSB 23-2307 to update the Service Procedure and vehicle model years affected. Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Transit Connect, 2019-2023 Mustang, 2019-2023 Ranger, 2020-2021 Expedition/Navigator, 202…
Bulletin TSB 24-2182 · Jun 2024Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the ECOSPORT FWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 2
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2022 Ford Ecosport. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Powertrain
Issue: On certain vehicles, the front axle shafts may not have been installed properly. As a result, the front axle shaft(s) could become damaged and/or separate from the transmission, and cause a sudden loss of power to the wheels. Additionally, if the vehicle is parked and the parking brake isn't applied, the vehicle could roll away. Note: This recall only affects vehicles eq…
Transport Canada #2025104 · Mar 2025Engine
Issue: On certain vehicles, the engine oil pump tensioner and/or the engine oil pump drive belt could fail and cause a loss of engine oil pressure. If this happens, the engine could fail and cause a loss of power to the wheels and a loss of power braking assist. Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 1.0L engine. Safety Risk: A sudden loss of power to the wheel…
Transport Canada #2023704 · Dec 2023Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Ford Ecosport
The Ford EcoSport is a subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) manufactured by Ford between 2003 and 2022.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.
2022 Ford Ecosport vehicles on record
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3FL9NC474757
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL8NC462422
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GLXNC472630
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL5NC460059
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3FLXNC471981
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3FLXNC460253
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3FL3NC473166
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL9NC474904
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL9NC475843
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3FL4NC469112
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL0NC466450
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3FL3NC467514
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL3NC471836
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL6NC464444
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL7NC467806
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL6NC470177
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL1NC460771
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL9NC458251
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL3NC468256
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GLXNC475172
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL9NC474837
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3JL2NC457189
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3FL2NC468038
2022 Ford EcosportMAJ6S3GL4NC459291