2019 Ford Ecosport: engine knocking or ticking

Filed Apr 25, 2026 · Brakes, Engine · IL

My 2019 Ford EcoSport 1.0L EcoBoost engine began making loud noise consistent with oil pressure failure. I brought the vehicle to an authorized Ford dealership. The dealership performed a teardown and confirmed the oil pump belt tensioner had failed — the exact defect described in Safety Recall 23S64. The dealer replaced the oil pump belt, tensioner, and oil pump under Recall 23S64. However, the dealer then stated that the resulting engine damage — severe scoring of connecting rod bearings and crankshaft journals caused by oil starvation — is “not related to the recall” and refused to replace the engine under Recall 23S64. Ford’s own recall documentation states: if engine failure is related to a broken oil pump belt or tensioner, a long block engine replacement is authorized as an interim repair at no charge. The updated Service Action also states the oil pump belt and tensioner no longer need to be replaced before long block installation. The causal chain is direct: tensioner failed (recall defect) → oil pressure lost → engine destroyed. The dealer’s refusal to replace the engine appears to violate Ford’s own Recall 23S64 service procedure. The vehicle has been inoperable for weeks. I continue making monthly loan and insurance payments on a vehicle I cannot drive. My extended warranty claim was also denied because the warranty company requires written confirmation from Ford that the engine damage is not recall-related — a document the dealer says they cannot provide. I am requesting the federal safety agency to investigate whether Ford dealers are systematically denying recall-related engine replacements under 23S64 that they are obligated to perform per Ford’s own recall service procedures. Additionally, prior to the complete engine failure, the vehicle stalled unexpectedly while stopped at a red light in active traffic without any warning. The engine shut off suddenly, consistent with sudden loss of oil pressure caused by the recall defect. This created a dangerous safety situation

Filed Mar 3, 2025 · Engine, Transmission · 26,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Ecosport. While the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended, and the transmission failed to shift above second gear. In addition, the contact became aware of an abnormal ticking sound. The contact stated the sound was like the sound of a sewing machine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not inspected. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or the dealer. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 26,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Feb 27, 2025 · Engine · 49,000 miles · CT

The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while at a stop light and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. There was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the engine. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The dealer was contacted, and the vehicle was taken to be diagnosed; however, the technician was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated that the engine was replaced; however, the contact was informed that the repair was temporary. The contact stated that after the engine was replaced, the vehicle was retrieved; however, three weeks later the failure reoccurred. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 49,000.

Filed Jun 20, 2024 · Engine · 55,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle she noticed a loud noise coming from the muffler and a loud ticking sound coming from the engine with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer was made aware of the failure; but confirmed that parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Feb 28, 2024 · Engine · 64,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal knocking sound emanating from the engine compartment, after which the low oil pressure warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the oil pump tensioner, resulting in damages to the engine and requiring the engine to be replaced. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); the VIN was included but parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 64,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Feb 9, 2024 · Engine · 63,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the low oil pressure and oil warning light started flashing. On another occasion, while driving at various speeds, the contact observed a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment which progressed throughout the day while driving the vehicle. The oil was changed but the abnormal sound persisted. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not able to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to a dealer but was not yet diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 63,000.

Filed Feb 5, 2024 · Engine · MO

While driving on the highway my car started making a clicking and knocking sound, sputtering. Then a loud sound and my oil pressure and engine light came on. I couldn’t accelerate anymore. I pulled over and had it towed.

Filed Jan 18, 2024 · Engine · 69,100 miles · CO

The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, there was a knocking sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The check engine and oil warning lights were illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic and was informed that the failure was related to the recall. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was diagnosed with an oil pump failure causing the engine to fail due to a lack of engine oil. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but offered no assistance. The approximate failure mileage was 69,100.

Filed Jan 6, 2024 · Engine, Fuel system · GA

January 2nd 2024 at 4:45pm driving at the speed of 57 mph on the highway. Alert appeared on my dashboard Low Engine Fuel. The vehicle was slowing down and there was a loud knocking sounds. My safety was at risk due to ongoing traffic which my speed was dangerously reduced. I was able to make it to the Ford AutoNation Dealership which conducted a diagnostic test results was an engine replacement. Ford Dealer never brought up a recall on the engine oil pump part. I had to notify them after finding out myself with research. CarFax and KellyBlue sent out alerts about this after my accident on January 4th 2024. The vehicle has been in great condition with upkeep of oil changes, tire rotations and brakes. All of the vehicle services and repair was at a Ford dealership. Currently my vehicle mileage is 64,861.

Filed Dec 28, 2023 · Engine, Transmission · AZ

On the evening of 12/20/2023 suddenly the loss of engine oil pressure with an illuminated oil pressure warning lamp came on and the engine started knocking loudly. Then as we pulled out of traffic into a parking lot spot it died and would not restart. We were in heavy traffic and if we were not able to exit as quickly as we did our family would have been stranded and blocking in the heavy traffic. Was able to start it after it cooled but the engine continued to knock and within 1 minute the oil pressure warning lamp came on. We have not taken it to a repair shop as it is at 61k miles. I had to have it towed home and are currently in a out of pocket rental. It will have to be towed for any type of service.

Filed Dec 13, 2023 · Engine · TX

While driving out of state on highway with my children on 12/8/2023, oil light came on out of nowhere and no motor oil pressure warning came on. Car started losing power immediately and I had to pull off the road. Motor started knocking and I had to have the car towed to a local firestone as no ford dealers were open. There were no warning lamps on prior to this happening. We were stranded and had to have someone drive 2 hours to pick us up and rent a vehicle to get back to Texas. The ford dealership got the car on Monday, 12/11/2023, and is replacing the motor at their cost, but they told us that we have to go back to Tennessee to get a rental vehicle and we cannot do that. The motor is not going to ship until 12/27/2023 and as of today we are out of pocket over $1000 for this incident for food, lodging, rental car, tow and diagnostics and we have no car to drive. My children and I were left stranded for over 4 hours and were almost hit by a semi truck when my car started losing power.

Filed Nov 18, 2023 · Engine · IL

I got up to get to work on 11/11/23 and my check engine light came on. Then my engine oil light came on. I had just gotten my oil changed not even a full week prior to this. I was driving and my car started to make a knocking noise and started to decelerate while I was coming up a hill. I got it towed to a Ford dealer that confirmed my oil pump went bad and I would need to replace my engine. My car only had 73000 miles on it. I called ford and they said there was nothing they could do. The denied knowing anything about an investigation into the oil pumps on these cars and said they won’t help pay or discount the price. The only option they gave me was to write a letter to some ford department in Michigan and wait on them to write me back as that’s the only way they communicate. Even with me replacing my engine it’s still the same oil pump as the last one so it’s just a matter of time before this one goes out as well. 5600 for a new engine and only a 2 year warranty and no advice on how to prevent this from happening again. They said keep my receipt and keep hoping for a recall. Ford is a joke.