2022 Ford F-150 Problems

What owners reported to NHTSA about the 2022 Ford F-150, its recalls, and what to check before you buy one.

Ford F-150, 2021 to 2024 model years
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How the 2022 compares

Too new to judge fully

It has been on the road 4 years, so complaints are still coming in. So far it has fewer than a typical older F-150 year, which is normal for a newer car. The area owners report most so far is the transmission and drivetrain, which half of owners reported by about 29,000 miles.

Based on owner complaints to NHTSA, compared with other F-150 years from 2012 to 2024. A good year can still be a bad car, so check the one you are looking at.

Owners have filed 605 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Ford F-150. The most reported problem area is the transmission and drivetrain (162, 27% of complaints), followed by the electrical system and the lights, wipers and visibility. That ranks 11th of 13 F-150 years from 2012 to 2024 for complaints. It has 23 recalls.

Complaints605filed with NHTSA
Recalls23for this model year
Crashes2029 injuries reported
Fires7reported in complaints

4 of these complaints came from Utah owners.

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Most reported problems

Problem areas ranked by how many complaints mention them. One complaint can name more than one area. Open an area to see what to check on a 2022 Ford F-150 before you buy.

Transmission and drivetrain

162 complaintsHarsh or delayed shifts, slipping, shuddering, CVT whine, and drivetrain clunks.What to check before you buy

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 29,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

  • Drive it from cold if you can. Shifts should be smooth in every gear, including reverse.
  • Feel for slipping (revs rise without the car speeding up), shudder at low speed and a delay when you put it in gear.
  • Listen for whining, which is a common CVT complaint, and clunks when you go from drive to reverse.
  • If it has 4WD or AWD, engage it on the test drive and ask when the transmission and differential fluids were last changed.

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What owners said

My transmission hard shifts and stalls out. It was also low on fluid in January 2026, but it was not leaking. When pulling out from intersections with oncoming cars the transmission stalled. It has also stalled on the freeway. Yes, a ford dealership confirmed it. No warning lamps. I was told ford probably won’t cover the whole cost of…Owner complaint, filed 2026
Ford F150 Recall 23S65. Took truck into Palmetto Ford in Charleston, SC for recall repair due to loud scraping coming from back axle. Told that they do not have parts in stock and will have to order, but the last order they placed for this recall was in February 2026 and has still not arrived. I asked - am I expected to just drive around…Owner complaint, filed 2026

Electrical system

126 complaintsDead batteries, warning lights, failed screens and cameras, and electrical shorts.What to check before you buy

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 20,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

  • Test every switch: windows, locks, mirrors, seat heaters, the screen, the backup camera, Bluetooth and every USB port.
  • Watch the dash at startup. Every warning light should come on briefly and then go out.
  • Have the battery and charging system tested. A weak alternator or battery drain shows up here.

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What owners said

Immediately after starting the truck, I hear a loud popping noise coming from the radio. It sounds like an alarm noise for several seconds. I always turn the volume to 0, but I don't know if that's what shuts off the sound, or if it stops on it's own. The only way to clear the error with the radio, is to change the source from the…Owner complaint, filed 2026
25SB6/25V731 - Safety Recall I have been attempting to remedy this safety recall involving rear tail and reverse lights on my 2022 Ford Lightling Lariat without success. Reverse lights and tail lights stopped working after flickering and moisture was detected in lens. I have called Ford opened up a case and visited local Ford dealership…Owner complaint, filed 2026

Lights, wipers and visibility

111 complaintsHeadlights that dim or fail, wiper and washer failures, and windshield cracks.What to check before you buy

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 24,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

  • Check every light: headlights on low and high, fog lights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights.
  • Run the wipers on every speed with washer fluid, and run the defroster front and back.

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What owners said

The factory daytime running light (DRL) LED signature strip on the front headlight assembly failed prematurely and went completely dark. Because the DRL is integrated into a sealed headlight unit, the individual lighting component cannot be repaired or serviced. Replacing the single failed DRL requires discarding and replacing the entire…Owner complaint, filed 2026
A segment of the daytime running lights went out at 60,000 miles. Another segment went out at approximately 70,000 miles. I have hundreds of other trucks with the LED reflector headlights have DRL segments out.Owner complaint, filed 2026

Fuel system

92 complaintsHesitation, stalling, fuel smell, fuel pump and injector failures.What to check before you buy

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 33,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

  • Smell around the engine bay and under the rear of the car for raw fuel.
  • On the test drive, accelerate firmly from a stop and up a grade. Stumbling, surging or a flashing check engine light are red flags.
  • Fuel pump recalls are common. Check this exact VIN for open recalls before you buy.

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What owners said

I first experienced an issue on this truck in XXX while vacationing in [XXX]. While attempting to cross a 4 lane highway with a median, the truck almost stalled and .was almost T boned. Upon returning to [XXX] the vehicle was taken to my servicing dealer and diagnosed with a fuel pump issue which within a few days was determined in a…Owner complaint, filed 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…Owner complaint, filed 2026

Engine and cooling

41 complaintsStalling, misfires, oil consumption, leaks, overheating and engine failure.What to check before you buy

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 12,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

  • Ask the seller not to warm the car up, and start it cold. Listen for ticking, knocking or a rough idle in the first minute.
  • Pull the oil dipstick and the oil cap. Low oil, a gasoline smell or a milky film on the cap are reasons to walk away or get an inspection.
  • Plug in an OBD2 scanner. Stored or pending codes matter, and so do readiness monitors that show "not ready", which usually means the codes were cleared right before the sale.
  • Ask for oil change records. A gap in the records on a model known for engine complaints is a negotiating point at minimum.

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What owners said

There is a recall for the low pressure fuel pump that has been active since July of 2025 and there is still not resolution. This truck is not usable due to the issue.Owner complaint, filed 2025
A few weeks ago, while driving the vehicle, it displayed an engine misfire warning had extreme vibrations, and then the vehicle broke down, left me sitting on the side of the road. After getting the vehicle towed to a Ford dealership, we found the intake valve broke off on the motor and causes catastrophic complete engine failure. This…Owner complaint, filed 2025

Brakes and stability control

41 complaintsBrakes that feel soft or grab, grinding, ABS and stability control faults.What to check before you buy

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 21,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

  • The pedal should feel firm and the car should stop straight without pulling, grinding or a pulsing pedal.
  • The ABS and stability control lights should go out after startup and stay out.
  • Look through the wheels at the rotors. A deep lip on the edge means brakes are due soon, which is a fair thing to negotiate on.

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What owners said

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, the parking brake activated independently. The failure was a recurring failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V509000 (Parking Brake); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The dealer was…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 40,000 miles
I was driving and went to press the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. The truck would not stop right away and then the rear tires locked up. Light came on the dash ABS, service traction control and brake system failure, this was a similar issue with the 2021 and 2025 model having issues with the EBB/ECU that was on recall.Owner complaint, filed 2026

Driver assist systems

33 complaintsPhantom braking, false collision warnings, and lane keeping or backup sensors that act up.What to check before you buy

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 31,000 miles. Parts named most: Automatic emergency braking (11), Warnings (9), Adaptive cruise control (6).

What to check before you buy

  • Where it is safe, try the adaptive cruise and lane keeping on the test drive and watch for sudden braking or warnings with nothing there.
  • Check the windshield in front of the camera and the bumper sensors for cracks, chips or poor repairs.
  • Ask whether the windshield has been replaced. The camera has to be recalibrated afterward, and many shops skip it.

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What owners said

Adaptive cruise control applies brakes at varied levels from light to full stop when passing vehicles on the left in an open highway setting when no vehicle is present ahead. Speed range is approx 65-75mph. Other conditions are Interstate highway open road, sunny to partly cloudy, and problem occurs when passing and a longer vehicle (CL8…Owner complaint, filed 2026
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that when reversing the vehicle, the backup camera no longer operated, and the display showed only a blank blue screen. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V342000 (Back Over Prevention) to be the cause of the failure however, the VIN was not included in the recall…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 40,000 miles

Body, doors and structure

19 complaintsRust, doors and liftgates that will not latch, leaks, and frame or structure concerns.What to check before you buy

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 32,000 miles. Parts named most: Body (11).

What to check before you buy

  • Look underneath with a flashlight. Utah road salt is hard on frames, brake lines and the bottoms of doors.
  • Open and close every door, the hood and the liftgate, and lock and unlock each one.
  • Use a paint thickness gauge and compare panels. A panel that reads very differently from the rest has likely been repaired.

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What owners said

The passenger door does not open from the outside. It only opens from the inside. It is unclear what caused this, as there has been no accident or slamming of the door. There is already a technical safety bulletin for this issue, but this needs to be a recall as it poses a significant safety risk and does not appear to be caused by…Owner complaint, filed 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to open the rear tailgate of the vehicle, and the tailgate inadvertently closed on the contact's arm. The contact was taken to a local emergency room and sustained a bruised and sprained humerus injury on their right arm. The…Owner complaint, filed 2025, at 22,000 miles

Cruise control and acceleration

16 complaintsHesitation, loss of power, sudden acceleration and cruise control problems.What to check before you buy

Half of the owners who gave a mileage had the problem by about 18,000 miles.

What to check before you buy

  • On the test drive, press the gas gently and firmly. The response should be smooth with no lag or surge.
  • Set the cruise control, then use resume and cancel to make sure each one works.

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What owners said

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at 76, 77 MPH, the vehicle's speed independently increased. The contact stated that the failure occurred while the cruise control was set at 76, 77 MPH, however the vehicle's speed increased to 100 MPH. The brake pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to stop.…Owner complaint, filed 2026, at 50,613 miles
Cruise control activation and set are only one touch on steering wheel far left button. The button for this is located where left hand palm falls on steering wheel, leading to unintended activation. Could be resolved by two step activation, I.e: press on, then press the separate set button.Owner complaint, filed 2025

Suspension

14 complaintsClunks over bumps, broken springs, worn struts and uneven tire wear.What to check before you buy

What to check before you buy

  • Drive over a few bumps and potholes slowly with the radio off and listen for clunks or rattles.
  • Check the tires for uneven wear on the inside or outside edges, a sign of alignment or suspension trouble.
  • Look behind the wheels for oily, wet shocks or struts.

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What owners said

In January I brought my truck into ford to get service on the recall 23S65. Since then the recall has broke and I cannot and haven’t been able to drive my truck since then. It has been at Statesboro ford since then sitting waiting on parts. I am under the understanding that the parts have been on back order since 2024 and it could be a…Owner complaint, filed 2026
I am filing a complaint regarding Ford Safety Recall 23S65 and the way Ford Motor Company have handled my vehicle over the past seven months. My truck has been held at the dealership since July 2025, and the recall repair has still not been completed. Despite this extremely long delay, Ford has not issued a stop‑drive order, grounding…Owner complaint, filed 2026

Steering

10 complaintsLoss of power steering assist, wandering, play in the wheel and noises when turning.What to check before you buy

What to check before you buy

  • Turn the wheel lock to lock while parked and listen for groaning, clicking or binding.
  • On a straight road the car should track straight with the wheel centered and no loose feeling.
  • A power steering warning on the dash, even briefly, deserves a mechanic’s look before you buy.

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What owners said

While shift gear into drive the gear came loose. And then when attempting to shift gear into park shift wouldnt go into park.Owner complaint, filed 2026
Electric portion of rack and pinion faults while driving causing loss of power steering Safety factor is loss of power steering Ford dealership has confirmed the issue and the truck only only has 37,000 milesOwner complaint, filed 2025

Wheels and tires

9 complaintsTire failures, wheels and lug nuts, and tire pressure sensor faults.What to check before you buy

What to check before you buy

  • Read the four-digit DOT date on each tire. Tires older than about six years should be replaced, whatever the tread looks like.
  • Check tread depth on all four. On AWD vehicles all four tires should match.
  • The tire pressure light should go out after startup.

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What owners said

To Whom It May Concern: RE: 2022 Ford F-150, VIN: [XXX] Safety Recall Notice: 25S75 / NHTSA Recall 25V455 I am writing to formally express my deep concern and disappointment regarding ongoing and serious safety issues with my 2022 Ford F-150, which I purchased just over a year ago with 29,000 miles from Big Star Ford in Pearland, TX.…Owner complaint, filed 2025
Rear axle bolt fell off and then car stopped being able to move. Axle spins no movement. I was driving while this was happening on a very busy road.. Thankfully I was able to stop in the middle of the road but not able to pull over. Had to push the car out of a busy road. Took truck to dealership and they stated there was no fix and that…Owner complaint, filed 2026

Seats and seat belts

6 complaintsBelts that will not latch or retract, seat adjusters and passenger occupancy sensors.What to check before you buy

What to check before you buy

  • Pull out and latch every seat belt, and let each one retract on its own.
  • Try every seat adjuster, and watch for a passenger air bag "off" light when an adult is in the seat.

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What owners said

The rear seats in the vehicle lock in the folded up position, requiring a cloth tab to be pulled to release them down, however the rear seats do not require the same action to fold up. Having the seats fold up on their own seems like a safety concern in roll-over scenarios.Owner complaint, filed 2023
I need to address a safety concern! On 3/13, I was driving back home. my 3 year old daughter was sitting in her car seat (behind the driver seat). She pulled the seatbelt from the middle seat and wrapped it around her neck choking herself. I had just got home and thank god I did because this would have been a totally different story. I…Owner complaint, filed 2023

Air bags

4 complaintsAir bag warning lights, air bags that did not deploy, and inflator recalls.What to check before you buy

What to check before you buy

  • The air bag (SRS) light should come on at startup and go out within a few seconds. If it stays on, the system may not work in a crash.
  • Air bag recalls are some of the most serious. Check this exact VIN for open recalls and get proof any recall work was done.

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What owners said

I was in an accident where I broadsided a vehicle at 45 mph. The accident warning sensors didn’t activate and no airbags deployed. The accident was severe enough that my truck was deemed totaled and the other vehicle flipped upside downOwner complaint, filed 2025
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at 20 MPH, the contact rear-ended the vehicle in front of the contact's vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle that was in front of the contact's vehicle slammed on the brakes, and the contact rear-ended the vehicle. The contact's vehicle was severely damaged to…Owner complaint, filed 2024, at 8,800 miles

Ford F-150 complaints by year

Compare the 2022 with other years before you choose one. Tap a year to see its problems.

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Each car is rated against its own other years, since popular models always get more complaints than rare ones.

CarVs. its other yearsRecallsMost reported
2022 Ford F-150Too new to judge23Transmission and drivetrain
2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500Too new to judge6Engine and cooling
2022 Ram 1500Too new to judge16Engine and cooling
2022 GMC Sierra 1500Worse than most years6Engine and cooling
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2022 Ford F-150 recalls

This is every recall issued for the 2022 Ford F-150, not what is still open on one car. A recall that was fixed does not show up any differently here. Check a VIN at NHTSA to see what is still open on the car you are looking at, and ask the seller for proof any recall work was done.

Backup camera Display function

Jul 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V489000
Risk
An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 and 2023-2026 F-250 SD vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to be obstructed by the infotainment home screen menu when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Electrical system Integrated trailer brake control

Feb 2026 · NHTSA campaign 26V104000
Risk
Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 F-150, 2022-2026 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, Maverick, 2024-2026 Ranger, 2023-2026 F-600 SD, 2022-2027 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2026 E-Transit vehicles. When towing a trailer, the integrated trailer module (ITRM) may lose communication with the vehicle, possibly causing a loss of brake and turn signal lights, or a loss of brake function. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, " Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Windows, mirrors and wipers Sun / moon roof assembly

Oct 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V729000
Risk
A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, 2021-2023 F-150, 2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The moonroof wind deflector clips may be inadequately attached to the moonroof frame, which can result in the wind deflector detaching from the vehicle.

Lights Lighting control module

Aug 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V515000
Risk
Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the light emitting diode control module and update the software, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recalls 22V686 and 23V802. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Lights Lighting control module

Aug 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V517000
Risk
Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the light emitting diode control module and update the software, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V686. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Fuel system Fuel pump

Jul 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V455000
Risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

Backup camera

May 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V315000
Risk
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

Electrical system Integrated trailer brake control

Mar 2025 · NHTSA campaign 25V132000
Risk
Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

Equipment Labels

Nov 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V852000
Risk
Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Fix
Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Lights Lighting control module

Sep 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V682000
Risk
Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the LED Driver module, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Engine and cooling Hard parts internal / mechanical

Aug 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V635000
Risk
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.

Transmission and drivetrain Axle hubs

Dec 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V896000
Risk
Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power.
Fix
Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.

Lights Lighting control module

Nov 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V802000
Risk
Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the LED driver module software, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Parking brake

Jul 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V509000
Risk
Unexpected activation of the electric parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will install a protective tie strap, tape wrap, and replace the harness as necessary, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a single exhaust system. Contact with the rear axle housing may damage the wiring harness, causing the electric parking brake to activate unexpectedly.

Transmission and drivetrain

Feb 2023 · NHTSA campaign 23V070000
Risk
The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK."

Windows, mirrors and wipers Motor

Nov 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V842000
Risk
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper motor, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.

Lights Lighting control module

Sep 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V686000
Risk
Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the LED Driver module, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 F-150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Air bags

Sep 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V684000
Risk
During air bag deployment, the air bag cover my break and project fragments into the vehicle, or the air bag may deploy improperly, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
Fix
Dealers will replace the right-side instrument panel cover, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles. The right-side instrument panel cover may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag to not deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Wheels Lugs / nuts / bolts / studs

Sep 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V675000
Risk
Incorrectly tightened wheel lug nuts can loosen and result in wheel separation from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will tighten or replace the wheel lug nuts, as necessary, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 Raptor Series vehicles equipped with 37-inch tires. The lug nuts on the wheels may have been incorrectly tightened.

Transmission and drivetrain Driveshaft

Aug 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V623000
Risk
A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft, as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.

Steering Column

Apr 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V253000
Risk
Damaged or separated wiring may result in the steering column not moving as intended in certain crash conditions, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the steering column wiring harness and repair the wiring, as necessary, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles. The power-adjustable telescoping steering column connector wiring may be too short. Wiring that is too short can become damaged or separate if the adjustable steering column is extended all the way.

Electrical system Integrated trailer brake control

Mar 2022 · NHTSA campaign 22V193000
Risk
Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

Transmission and drivetrain Driveshaft

Dec 2021 · NHTSA campaign 21V986000
Risk
A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge.
Full recall summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.

2022 Ford F-150 questions

What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford F-150?

The most reported problem areas on the 2022 Ford F-150 are the transmission and drivetrain (162 complaints), the electrical system (126 complaints) and the lights, wipers and visibility (111 complaints).

Is the 2022 Ford F-150 a good year to buy?

Too new to judge fully. It has been on the road 4 years, so complaints are still coming in. So far it has fewer than a typical older F-150 year, which is normal for a newer car. The area owners report most so far is the transmission and drivetrain, which half of owners reported by about 29,000 miles. Based on owner complaints to NHTSA, compared with other F-150 years from 2012 to 2024. A good year can still be a bad car, so check the one you are looking at.

How many recalls does the 2022 Ford F-150 have?

NHTSA lists 23 recalls for the 2022 Ford F-150. The most recent, from Jul 2026, covers the display function. Recalls cover the whole model year, so check the VIN of the car you are looking at to see which are still open.

At what mileage do 2022 Ford F-150 problems start?

Half of the owners who reported a problem with the transmission and drivetrain gave a mileage of about 29,000 miles or less. Half of the owners who reported a problem with the electrical system gave a mileage of about 20,000 miles or less. Plenty of cars have these problems later or never, so ask for service records.

Which Ford F-150 years should I avoid?

The F-150 years with the most complaints compared with the rest are 2013. Years with clearly fewer complaints are 2020 and 2021. Years from 2022 on are too new to rate fairly yet.

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Where these numbers come from. Complaints are reports that owners filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), counted from NHTSA’s complaint database as of November 5, 2026. Owners do not have to prove a problem to file one, so a complaint is a report, not a confirmed defect. Models that sell in big numbers get more complaints, and newer model years have had less time on the road, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Recalls come from NHTSA’s recall database and cover every vehicle of that model year, not one particular car. Quotes are trimmed, and anything that looks like a VIN is hidden.