NHTSA Complaint #11665746 — 2018 FORD ECOSPORT

POWER TRAIN issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11665746
Vehicle	2018 FORD ECOSPORT
Component	POWER TRAIN
Date of Incident	August 15, 2024
Date Filed	June 9, 2025
Mileage	83,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	FL

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2018 Ford EcoSport. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and jerked abnormally while the transmission was shifting gear. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed there were metal shavings found inside the transmission. The contact was informed that the transmission and torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 83,000.

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