2022 Ford Ranger Problems

Below Average Complaints

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Ford Ranger.

20212023
Complaints
49
per 10K Sold
8.6
US Sales
56,987
Crashes
1
Fires
0
Injuries
99
Fatalities
Recalls
5

Worst 2022 Ford Ranger Problems

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

#114 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:41,000 mi
#28 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:7,150 mi
#35 complaints

Engine Problems

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Ford Ranger.

Transmission / Drivetrain
14
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
41,000
Electrical Faults
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
7,150
Engine Problems
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat-Related Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Other Equipment
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Gasoline Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Pedals And Linkages
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Vehicle Speed Control:Accelerator Pedal
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2022 Ford Ranger

5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~352,213 vehicles.

25V685000Equipment:electrical:engine Block Heater
~59,006 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

25V442000Back Over Prevention:software
~200,237 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

23V379000Equipment:other:labels
~29,607 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco, 2023 Super Duty F-250, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information (TREAD) label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

22V685000Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
~69 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Explorer and Ranger vehicles equipped with 2.3L engines. The fuel line may be loose due to improper tightening of the fuel line connection.

22V451000Visibility:windshield
~63,294 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

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2022 Ford Ranger — FAQ

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

Is the 2022 Ford Ranger reliable?
Verdict: Below Average Complaints. The 2022 Ford Ranger has 49 NHTSA complaints, 1 crash-related, and 5 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 14 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Ford Ranger?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (14 complaints, avg 41,000 mi); Electrical Faults (8 complaints, avg 7,150 mi); Engine Problems (5 complaints). 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 Ranger?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 28,691 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 Ranger?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Ford Ranger include 1 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 99 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 Ranger have any recalls?
Yes — 5 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 352,213 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 Ranger?
Fewer complaints than typical for this model. That's a good sign, but every individual car is different — the VIN still tells you what happened to this specific one.

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

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

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