2022 Ford F-150 Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Ford F-150. Part of Generation 14 — 2021–present.

20212023
Complaints
723
per 10K Sold
11.1
US Sales
653,957
Crashes
29
Fires
12
Injuries
45
Fatalities
Recalls
22

Worst 2022 Ford F-150 Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#1133 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:35,715 mi
Crash-related:4
Fires:1
#2112 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:19,454 mi
Crash-related:1
#351 complaints

Headlight/Taillight Failures

Avg mileage:25,125 mi
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Ford F-150.

Transmission / Drivetrain
133
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
1
Avg Miles
35,715
Electrical Faults
112
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
19,454
Headlight/Taillight Failures
51
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
25,125
Equipment:Appliance:Tv/Radio/Speakers
43
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
7,658
Gasoline Fuel System
39
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
41,820
Engine Problems
32
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
5
Avg Miles
17,100
Fuel System
24
complaints
Crashes
Fires
1
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
23
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
13,000
Brakes
20
complaints
Crashes
4
Fires
1
Avg Miles
14,033
Visibility
16
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
21,818
Suspension Failures
14
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
35,300
Parking-Brake Issues
11
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
30,791
Unintended Acceleration
11
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
27,000
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
15,000
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
9
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
8
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
10,100
Wheel Issues
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
5,000
Backup Camera
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
28,418
Instrument Cluster
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
18,902
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Lane Departure: Blind Spot Detection
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2022 Ford F-150

22 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~8,860,703 vehicles.

26V104000Exterior Lighting:tail Lights · Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control
~4,381,878 affected

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."

25V729000Sunroof/Moonroof
~174,853 affected

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.

25V515000Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module
~2,361 affected

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."

25V517000Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module
~1,278 affected

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."

25V455000Fuel Pump
~850,318 affected

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.

25V315000Back Over Prevention:software
~1,076,138 affected

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.

25V132000Electrical System: Integrated Trailer Brake Control
~10,952 affected

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.

24V852000Equipment:other:labels
~27,678 affected

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."

24V682000Exterior Lighting:lighting Control Module
~16,543 affected

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."

24V635000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical
~90,736 affected

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.

+ 12 more recalls

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2022 Ford F-150 — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2022 Ford F-150 reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2022 Ford F-150 has 723 NHTSA complaints, 29 crash-related, and 22 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 133 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Ford F-150?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (133 complaints, avg 35,715 mi); Electrical Faults (112 complaints, avg 19,454 mi); Headlight/Taillight Failures (51 complaints, avg 25,125 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Ford F-150?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 24,590 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Ford F-150?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Ford F-150 include 29 crash-related reports, 12 fire reports, 45 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 Ford F-150 have any recalls?
Yes — 22 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 8,860,703 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2022 Ford F-150?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Ford F-150 reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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