How many brake complaints does the 2018 Ford Ecosport have?

NHTSA lists 34 brake-related complaints for the 2018 Ecosport, which is 5% of the 726 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a brake recall for the 2018 Ford Ecosport?

Yes, recall 18V312000 addresses brake fluid cap labeling, replacing the cap and owner's manual kit at no charge. It does not address the pedal-to-floor or failure-to-stop reports owners describe.

At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2018 Ecosport?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 51,500 miles at the time of failure for brake-related complaints.

Have brake issues led to crashes or injuries on the 2018 Ecosport?

NHTSA records 8 crashes and 6 injuries connected to brake complaints on the 2018 Ecosport.

Are brake complaints worse on the 2018 Ecosport than other years?

The 2018 model year has the highest share of brake complaints among listed years, at 5%, compared to 3% for 2019 and 2020, and lower complaint counts overall in 2021 and 2022.

2018 Ford Ecosport Brakes Problems

NHTSA lists 34 brake-related complaints for the 2018 Ford Ecosport, 5% of all complaints for that year, tied to 8 crashes and 6 injuries. Median mileage at failure was 51,500 miles. A related recall (18V312000) covers a brake fluid cap label issue, not the pedal-to-floor failures owners describe.

Brakes complaints: 34; 5% of 726
Crashes reported: 8
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 6
Median mileage: 51,500 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical brake symptoms owners report

Brake pedal goes to the floor with little or no stopping power, sometimes after an engine oil pressure warning light comes on.
Vehicle fails to slow or stop when the pedal is pressed and instead continues moving or accelerates, leading to collisions.
Brake pedal becomes unusually stiff or hard to press, requiring full force to engage.
Loud squealing noise from the brakes when in reverse, reported even after multiple dealer repair attempts.
Brake pedal reported to fracture under foot pressure during an attempted stop.
Owners link brake failure to a separate oil pump or low oil pressure condition affecting the vehicle's ability to stop.

When 2018 Ford Ecosport brake complaints were filed

First complaint Feb 9, 2019, latest Jun 12, 2026.

34 complaints filed with NHTSA from Feb 2019 to Jun 2026; peak Jun 2024 (4).

Brakes recalls for the 2018 Ford Ecosport

NHTSA 18V312000May 14, 2018Brakes273 vehicles
Service brakes
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.

Brakes complaints by Ecosport model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

20051 (100%)
201834 (5%)
201915 (3%)
202013 (3%)
202114 (5%)
20221 (10%)

Frequently asked questions

How many brake complaints does the 2018 Ford Ecosport have?: NHTSA lists 34 brake-related complaints for the 2018 Ecosport, which is 5% of the 726 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a brake recall for the 2018 Ford Ecosport?: Yes, recall 18V312000 addresses brake fluid cap labeling, replacing the cap and owner's manual kit at no charge. It does not address the pedal-to-floor or failure-to-stop reports owners describe.
At what mileage do brake problems typically show up on the 2018 Ecosport?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 51,500 miles at the time of failure for brake-related complaints.
Have brake issues led to crashes or injuries on the 2018 Ecosport?: NHTSA records 8 crashes and 6 injuries connected to brake complaints on the 2018 Ecosport.
Are brake complaints worse on the 2018 Ecosport than other years?: The 2018 model year has the highest share of brake complaints among listed years, at 5%, compared to 3% for 2019 and 2020, and lower complaint counts overall in 2021 and 2022.