The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission ages over time and can detach.
Applies to the transmission 6F35.
vinkodex.Ford Ecosport Mk1.5 common faults.
2018–2023. The fault list covers this generation and the engines in it. If the listing gives the exact version, pick it below.
What to watch for
What can go wrong on this car?
The list covers the generation, the engines and the transmissions. Once you pick the version, only the faults that apply to it stay.
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In the smaller models, the Fiesta, the Fusion and the B-Max, the IB5 holds up well, but in the larger Focus and especially the Mondeo it does less well: there the engine torque and the weight of the car put a heavier load on the same gearbox.
Applies to the transmission IB5.
The gearbox itself is reliable, but the shift mechanism wears noticeably between 100,000 and 150,000 km.
Applies to the transmission MMT6.
The timing belt runs in oil, under its cover, and cannot be seen from outside.
Applies to the engine M1JC, M1JJ, M1JU.
On early units first gear engages late.
Applies to the transmission 6F15.
The gearbox is new, so data on its failures is still limited.
Applies to the transmission 6MX65.
The gearbox is light and compact and reliable, but the small oil quantity makes it sensitive to leaks: not much has to escape before the level becomes critical.
Applies to the transmission IB6.
Official recall4 recallsShowThe manufacturer fixes these for free at a franchised dealer. Ask with the VIN whether it was done. The list covers the whole generation. We did not filter it by model year. Some apply only to a narrower production window.
Most recent: 28 February 2025
25V126000POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFTPOWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT28 February 2025 · NHTSA (USA)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.
20V791000AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULEAIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE17 December 2020 · NHTSA (USA)Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 EcoSport and 2019-2020 Transit Connect vehicles. Depending on the model, either the driver side or passenger side frontal air bag modules are missing the first-stage booster propellant and sleeve. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Risk: Air bag modules missing the first-stage booster propellant will not deploy as intended in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected air bag module on either the driver or passenger side, free of charge. This recall began February 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C26.
19V023000SEATSSEATS2 January 2019 · NHTSA (USA)Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019 Ford EcoSport vehicles. The front seat frames may have been improperly welded, resulting in the seat back being improperly secured. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 207, "Seating Systems," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk: A loose seat back can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front seat assemblies, free of charge. The recall began May 8, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C08.
18V312000EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELSEQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS14 May 2018 · NHTSA (USA)Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Ecosport vehicles sold in the United States Federal Territiories. These vehicles were shipped with the European brake reservoir pictogram cap label and the European English language owner's manual kits. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Risk: Owners could be confused by the incorrect label on the brake fluid cap, potentially causing them to replace the brake fluid with an incorrect fluid which could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid cap and owner's manual kit, free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C04.
Engines and transmissions in this generation
A fault is often tied to the engine, not to the whole generation. You find the engine code in the registration document.
Mk1.5 · 2018–2023
Pick the version.
The fault list opens on the version page.
10 versions
EngineVersionPowerFuel · transmissionBody
1.0 l · 999 cm³
no engine code
1.0 EcoBoost 100hp Connected
2018–2023 · Connected
100 HPpetrol · manualSUV1.0 l · 999 cm³
no engine code
1.0 EcoBoost 100hp Trend Essential
2018–2023 · Trend Essential
100 HPpetrol · manualSUV1.0 l · 999 cm³
M1JC · M1JJ · 6MX65
1.0 EcoBoost 125hp Active
2018–2023 · Active
125 HPpetrol · manualSUV1.0 l · 999 cm³
M1JC · M1JJ · 6MX65
1.0 EcoBoost 125hp ST-Line
2018–2023 · ST-Line
125 HPpetrol · manualSUV1.0 l · 999 cm³
M1JC · M1JJ · 6F15
1.0 EcoBoost 125hp ST-Line
2018–2023 · ST-Line
125 HPpetrol · automaticSUV1.0 l · 999 cm³
M1JC · M1JJ · 6MX65
1.0 EcoBoost 125hp ST-Line Black
2018–2023 · ST-Line Black
125 HPpetrol · manualSUV1.0 l · 999 cm³
M1JC · M1JJ · 6F15
1.0 EcoBoost 125hp ST-Line Black
2018–2023 · ST-Line Black
125 HPpetrol · automaticSUV1.0 l · 999 cm³
M1JC · M1JJ · 6F15
1.0 EcoBoost 125hp Titanium
2018–2023 · Titanium
125 HPpetrol · automaticSUV1.0 l · 999 cm³
M1JC · M1JJ · 6MX65
1.0 EcoBoost 125hp Titanium
2018–2023 · Titanium
125 HPpetrol · manualSUV1.0 l · 999 cm³
M1JC · M1JJ · 6MX65
1.0 EcoBoost 125hp Trend Ultimate
2018–2023 · Trend Ultimate
125 HPpetrol · manualSUV
Neighbouring generations
Mk1.5 · 2018–2023
EcoSport '14 facelift. If the listing is from the changeover year, look at the neighbour too.
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Which years does this page cover?
2018–2023. The changeover year can fall in two generations. If the listing is from that year, look at the neighbour too.
Does the fault apply to every car like this?
No. It depends on the engine and the transmission too.
Is it free?
The fault list is.
Information, not an expert opinion
We write the descriptions, and we put the source next to them. A person reviews them before they go out. They are still information, not a technical expert opinion.
- A fault on the list does not mean the car you are looking at has it.
- A fault missing from the list does not mean the model is fault-free. Write-ups are made model by model. Not all of them are done.
- You decide whether to buy. This is no substitute for an inspection. That needs a workshop and a history check.