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2022 Ford Ecosport Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Best

Complaint Index

20/100

#5 most-complained of 6 Ecosport years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2022 Ford Ecosport has a complaint index of 20, the lowest among the 6 model years with data, earning a Best verdict. It has 10 complaints, 2 crashes, and 2 recalls covering transmission half shafts and engine oil pump belts.

Complaints
10
Recalls
2
Crashes / fires
2 / 0
Injuries / deaths
0 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
4 / 5 ★
EPA combined MPG
25
23 city / 29 hwy

Top 2022 Ford Ecosport problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Airbags2 (20%)
  2. Engine2 (20%)
  3. Structure & Body2 (20%)
  4. Brakes1 (10%)
  5. Electrical System1 (10%)
  6. Fuel System1 (10%)
  7. Other1 (10%)
  8. Seat Belts1 (10%)
  9. Transmission & Powertrain1 (10%)

What owners report

  • Brake pedal reportedly caused the vehicle to lunge forward at a stop, leading to a crash where airbags failed to deploy.
  • Airbags failed to deploy in a side-impact crash, and separately a restraints indicator lamp warning lit up shortly after purchase.
  • The swing gate ajar light illuminates and the gate opens slightly while driving, forcing the driver to pull over.
  • Owners describe intermittent loss of engine power during acceleration or normal driving with no consistent pattern.
  • A cracked catalytic converter triggered the check engine light at higher mileage.
  • Rear seatbelts stopped working, leaving fewer functional belts for passengers.
2022 Ford Ecosport complaints: complaints filed per month2Sep 2022Aug 2023Mar 2024Jul 2025Mar 2026
12 complaints filed with NHTSA from Sep 2022 to Mar 2026; peak Oct 2022 (2).

2022 Ford Ecosport recalls

2 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 25V126000Feb 28, 2025Transmission & Powertrain18,648 vehicles

    Power train:axle assembly:axle shaft

    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.

    Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. In addition, a disconnected half shaft can result in a vehicle rollaway if the parking brake is not applied, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

    Remedy: 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.

  2. NHTSA 23V905000Dec 22, 2023Engine139,730 vehicles

    Engine and engine cooling:engine:oil/lubrication:pump

    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 letters were mailed August 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S64.

2022 Ford Ecosport fuel economy and fuel cost

City
23 MPG
Highway
29 MPG
Combined
25 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$2,600
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2022 compared with other Ecosport years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100200520182019202020212022
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020Avoid100398326.5
2021Good40258326.5
2022Best2010225

All Ford Ecosport years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Ford Ecosport reliable?
Among the 6 Ecosport model years with data, 2022 ranks best, with a complaint index of 20 and only 10 complaints logged with NHTSA.
Does the 2022 Ford Ecosport have any recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 2 recalls: one for front axle half shafts that can disconnect from the transmission, and one for an oil pump drive belt that can fail and cause loss of oil pressure.
What problems do owners report on the 2022 Ford Ecosport?
The top problem area is airbags, accounting for 20% of complaints, followed by engine and structure & body issues each at 20%. Owners also reported brake, electrical, fuel system, seat belt, and transmission concerns.
How does the 2022 Ecosport compare to other years?
The 2022 model has a complaint index of 20, far below the 2020 model's index of 100 and the 2018 model's 80, making 2022 the best year in the lineup based on NHTSA data.
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Ford Ecosport?
EPA rates the 2022 Ecosport at 25 mpg combined (23 city / 29 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,600.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.