Ford Ecosport: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 13,039 Ford Ecosport cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2006 and 2023.
In a sample of 399 cars, 47.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, about as often as average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is tyre tread depth insufficient (9.5% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 6 recalls for this model; 0.1% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.1% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 9.5% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 8.8% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 8.5% |
| Tyre damaged | 8.3% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 7.3% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 6.3% |
| Brake light not working (properly) | 4.5% |
| Kingpin dust boot damaged and not sealing | 2.8% |
| Dipped/main beam not working (properly) | 2.3% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 2.3% |
Share of 399 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 8% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 2.5% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 0.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 13,039 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.1% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.1% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2006 to 2023 |
All Ford Ecosport passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-24 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 3 |
| 2025-10-02 | other | – | 120 |
| 2025-01-10 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 13,297 |
| 2021-04-26 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 231 |
| 2020-03-03 | brakes | serious | 235 |
| 2015-06-25 | axles, wheels and tyres | – | 49 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Ford Ecosport fail the APK?
In a sample of 399 cars first registered 2012–2021, 47.4% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Ford Ecosport?
The most common APK defects are: tyre tread depth insufficient (9.5%), tyre pressure incorrect (8.8%), indicator colour deviates or not permitted (8.5%).
Does the Ford Ecosport have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 6 recalls. 0.1% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
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Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.