2019 Ford Ecosport: hesitation when accelerating

Filed Aug 19, 2025 · Engine · 8,000 miles · DC

The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that the check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road, and the vehicle was able to restart. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving, and the check engine warning light had become constantly illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that upon starting the vehicle after the vehicle was refueled, the vehicle hesitated to respond while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair, but the dealer informed the contact that the recall repair could only be completed after the engine had completely failed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. 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 approximately 8,000.

Filed Jun 17, 2025 · Engine, Transmission · NJ

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The issue appears to be related to the powertrain system, specifically the belt tension or transmission shifting components. A “Powertrain Malfunction / Reduced Power” warning message appeared through the FordPass app, and I have also been experiencing jerking or hesitation when applying pressure to the gas pedal, particularly during gear shifts. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. ⸻ How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The unexpected jerking and reduction in power while driving could pose a serious safety risk, especially when merging onto highways or changing lanes, where smooth acceleration is critical. This behavior could result in a loss of control or increase the likelihood of a rear-end collision in traffic. ⸻ Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? An independent mechanic has reviewed the issue and suspects that it may be related to the previously reported belt tension recall, although my specific vehicle VIN was not included in that recall group. The mechanic observed the jerking and powertrain alert and recommended further inspection. ⸻ Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Not yet. I am currently in the process of filing this report and seeking guidance from the manufacturer to determine the next steps for inspection and resolution. ⸻ Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? Yes. The “Powertrain Malfunction / Reduced Power” message appeared via the FordPass app. Prior to the alert, I had noticed intermittent jerking and hesitation during acceleration, which became more noticeable within the last few weeks leading up to the warning

Filed May 15, 2025 · Engine · 82,630 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle was slow to respond. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was hesitating while starting. There were no warning lights illuminated. 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 local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. 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 issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,630. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Feb 27, 2025 · Transmission · 123,000 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission was hesitating before shifting gear. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the transmission was slipping. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact stated that the vehicle was awaiting repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.

Filed Aug 6, 2024 · Engine · 48,000 miles · PA

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 the vehicle was stopped at a red light, the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate while driving. No warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle, but the failure persisted. The contact stated that the transmission and engine had previously been replaced twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 48,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Jul 29, 2024 · Transmission · WI

Vehicle exhibits transmission issues at 70k miles. When put into reverse, very sharp and sudden jerking is present. When shifting between gears there is hesitation, lagging, and slipping. No previous issues and all Ford scheduled maintenance has been followed. Local mechanic diagnosed transmission failure, and Ford dealership has had the car for almost a week with no answers. Ford customer service has been no help so far. Car shows no warning codes or error messages on dash. Car is 5 years old and 70k miles. First transmission service on owners manual is 100k miles for a fluid change.

Filed Jun 24, 2024 · Engine · 91,000 miles · MI

The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started losing motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact also noticed a brief hesitation while accelerating. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired, and the engine was replaced. The contact related the failure with the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 91,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Apr 9, 2024 · Engine, Transmission · 51,799 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that before receiving the recall notice, the oil pump had failed. The contact stated that the manufacturer had no parts to complete the recall repair. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the oil pump, timing belt, and water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at approximately 35 MPH, after picking up the vehicle from the independent mechanic, her daughter noticed that the vehicle was hesitating before shifting gear. The contact stated that later her son had driven the vehicle to a local shop and while returning to the residence, the "check engine" warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked and remained parked. The vehicle was not taken back to the independent mechanic. The vehicle had a failure after picking up the vehicle from the independent mechanic. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The failure mileage was 51,799.

Filed Apr 2, 2024 · Engine · 63,000 miles · IL

The contact's husband owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH; an abnormal popping sound began to emit from the vehicle. The vehicle also began to hesitate upon the depression of the accelerator pedal. The "Low Oil Pressure" message appeared on the instrument panel; however, upon inspection, the oil level was found to be normal. The vehicle was initially towed to an independent mechanic where it was discovered that the oil line had been contaminated with various particles which caused the failure. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer and the turbocharger was replaced; however, the failure returned soon after the repair. Recently, the contact discovered that the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 63,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Filed Feb 6, 2023 · Engine · 50,000 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2019 Ford Ecosport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The loss of engine oil pressure light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the oil belt tensioner failed, and the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000. The contact stated that the ecoboost had been replaced several times and the motor had been looked at multiple times also. Never was he told that the oil pump was the issue all along.