Ford Ecosport fire or smoke problems

Filed Oct 26, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · CA · fire

The engine to my car completely caught on fire and destroyed the engine and inside of my car. All my items in my car were melted and put myself and other people in danger. There were no lights on until that morning where the engine light started flashing and in the span of 10-15 minutes the car was slowing down. Parked and turned off the car and the engine started smoking and caught on fire. Police department and fire department were called.

Filed Jan 16, 2026 · Engine · 57,831 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2020 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the low oil warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was sluggish while driving. The contact had previously received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle did not require the recall remedy because no failures related to the recall had been identified at that time. The contact later noticed that while the vehicle was parked, oil was leaking from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that a significant amount of oil located near the transmission was leaking, and the low oil warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the oil pan was off-center, creating a gap that allowed oil to leak. The dealer informed the contact that the oil pan needed to be repositioned, oil added, and the catalytic converter needed to be removed to complete the repair. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that while the vehicle was later parked and turned off, the engine overheated, with an abnormally loud sound coming from the engine compartment, and smoke coming from the oil fill cap. After allowing the vehicle to cool down, the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer informed the contact that no oil loss was found and that the failure could not be duplicated after a test drive. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 57,831.

Filed Jan 13, 2026 · Engine · 69,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2021 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated. The contact heard an abnormally tapping sound coming from the engine compartment, and there was white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe and under the hood. The contact pulled over and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer. The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the oil drive belt tensioner arm had failed and caused the engine to seize. The dealer informed the contact that the engine and oil pump needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) and had been placed on a waiting list by another dealer for the recall repair. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and advised the contact that the engine and oil pump for the year and the model vehicle were on back order. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The failure mileage was approximately 69,000.

Filed Jan 4, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · CA

my ford EcoSport had to get a new motor due to teh recall issue but since they put a new motor my ac and heater had to be replaced. my battery. my sensors pop on and off. My car won't go over 65 and when it does it jerks. Ford did replace the motor but ive asked for them to buy the car back and they have refused my car has completely shut off and ive taken to ford and they don't know. i have the poofe code and my gas could be full and driving it 5 minutes im on e. they dont know if its the sensor or the tank. i always smell something burning. ive asked they said thats normal, but the smell gets stronger and stronger.

Filed Sep 12, 2025 · Engine · 105,000 miles · MS

The contact owns a 2020 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact observed smoke coming from the engine compartment, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not able to restart. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump tensioner assembly and oil pump drive belt had failed and needed to be replaced. The dealer confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and the contact was informed that parts were on back order, and a case was opened. The failure mileage was approximately 105,000.

Filed Aug 18, 2025 · Engine · 49,143 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part required for the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the check oil light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the light was illuminated due to a frayed wire. The wire was replaced. The dealer ended up denying the repair. The dealer asked if the check engine warning light was illuminated, if the vehicle sputtered, or if there was smoke coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the remedy stated that the vehicle would be repaired immediately, without mentioning any requirements prior to the repair. The contact called another dealer, Hempstead Ford (301 N Franklin St, Hempstead, NY 11550), who confirmed the information. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed the dealer information. The manufacturer advised the contact not to drive the vehicle for over an hour. The failure mileage was approximately 49,143.

Filed Jul 9, 2025 · Electrical · 41,000 miles · IL · fire · 1 injury

The contact owned a 2021 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact managed to pull over to the shoulder of the road and the vehicle experience a loss of automotive power. The contact stated that black smoke was leaking from under the hood and the driver-side door would not unlock or unlatch to open. In addition, the contact stated that she managed to exit through the front passenger side door before the vehicle caught on fire. The contact sustained a bruise and scrapes on her left leg however, did not seek medical attention. The local fire department arrived to extinguish the fire. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a local tow lot, where it was deemed a total loss. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 41,000.

Filed Mar 13, 2025 · Engine · 77,000 miles · FL

The contact owns a 2019 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and was unable to accelerate above 10 MPH. The contact stated that the temperature gauge indicated that the engine was overheating and there was smoke coming from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred. 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 for a possible buy back. The failure mileage was 77,000.

Filed Feb 14, 2025 · Engine · 72,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2020 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated while stopped at an intersection, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle started shaking. The contact smelled an abnormal burned plastic odor and observed that there was white smoke coming from underneath the hood. The contact stated that the "Low Oil Pressure" warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The contact had the vehicle towed to the residence. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact researched online and related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) which was associated with the VIN. The contact stated that prior to the failure there were other unknown warning lights illuminated on the instrument cluster. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 72,000.

Filed Jan 31, 2025 · Engine · OH

A thud then a minor vibration no computer warning strong smell of burning oil analog temp gauge going pass the 1/2 point. Had car serviced for this told by dealer no problem with water system. Driving home from dealer analog gauge at 1/2 point just a 2 miles from dealer. Other outstanding recall not addressed in a timely manner over 1 year no information no letter just your website to tell me about that one.