How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2019 Ford Ecosport have?

NHTSA lists 50 complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain area for the 2019 Ecosport, which is 11% of the 460 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2019 Ford Ecosport transmission or engine oil pump?

No related recall is listed in this data for the 2019 Ecosport's Transmission & Powertrain complaints, though some owners mention a dealer service message about oil pressure loss.

At what mileage do these problems usually show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 45,000 miles.

Are the 2019 Ecosport's powertrain problems worse than other years?

The 2019 model's share of complaints in this area is 11%, compared to 9% for 2018, 13% for 2020, and 19% for 2021, so 2019 falls in the middle of the range.

Did any of these complaints involve crashes or fires?

NHTSA data ties one crash, one fire, and one injury to the 50 Transmission & Powertrain complaints filed for the 2019 Ecosport.

2019 Ford Ecosport Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 50 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2019 Ford Ecosport, 11% of all 460 complaints filed for the year. Median mileage at failure is 45,000, and no related recall is on file. One crash, one fire, and one injury are tied to this problem area.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 50; 11% of 460
Crashes reported: 1
Fires reported: 1
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 45,000 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Owners report the transmission slipping when shifting from reverse into drive, causing the car to jump or stumble forward unexpectedly.
Several owners describe a loss of engine oil pressure warning appearing suddenly, followed by loud metal-clanking or grinding noises from the engine.
Multiple complaints describe the oil pump belt tensioner breaking, cutting off lubrication to the engine and causing it to lock up or require full replacement.
Some owners report sudden loss of power or stalling while driving at highway speed, with the accelerator failing to respond before the vehicle coasted to a stop.
A few owners mention repeat failures, including one case of the engine failing twice within three months of replacement.
One owner referenced a dealer-cited technical service message (SSM 49918) related to loss of engine oil pressure, separate from any formal recall.

When 2019 Ford Ecosport transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Dec 2, 2019, latest Sep 18, 2026.

50 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2019 to Sep 2026; peak Jan 2024 (6).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2019 Ford Ecosport

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Ecosport model year

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

201867 (9%)
201950 (11%)
202053 (13%)
202150 (19%)
20221 (10%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission and powertrain complaints does the 2019 Ford Ecosport have?: NHTSA lists 50 complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain area for the 2019 Ecosport, which is 11% of the 460 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2019 Ford Ecosport transmission or engine oil pump?: No related recall is listed in this data for the 2019 Ecosport's Transmission & Powertrain complaints, though some owners mention a dealer service message about oil pressure loss.
At what mileage do these problems usually show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this problem area is 45,000 miles.
Are the 2019 Ecosport's powertrain problems worse than other years?: The 2019 model's share of complaints in this area is 11%, compared to 9% for 2018, 13% for 2020, and 19% for 2021, so 2019 falls in the middle of the range.
Did any of these complaints involve crashes or fires?: NHTSA data ties one crash, one fire, and one injury to the 50 Transmission & Powertrain complaints filed for the 2019 Ecosport.