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2022 Ford E-350 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Avoid

Complaint Index

80/100

#5 most-complained of 21 E-350 years

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

The 2022 Ford E-350 has 14 owner complaints and 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 80 out of 100 — #5 highest of 21 E-350 model years (verdict: Avoid). The most reported problem area is steering (7 complaints, 50% of the total). Complaints report 1 injury.

Complaints
14
Recalls
3
Crashes / fires
0 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
—

Top 2022 Ford E-350 problems

NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.

  1. Steering7 (50%)
  2. Brakes4 (29%)
  3. Fuel System3 (21%)
  4. Transmission & Powertrain2 (14%)
  5. Electrical System1 (7%)
  6. Engine1 (7%)
2022 Ford E-350 complaints: complaints filed per month3Dec 2021Jun 2022Oct 2022May 2023Jun 2024Sep 2024Mar 2026
18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Dec 2021 to Mar 2026; peak May 2023 (3).

2022 Ford E-350 recalls

3 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 24V097000Feb 9, 2024Brakes16,543 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 E-350 and E-450 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.

    Risk: A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the power steering pressure line and the hydroboost jumper line, free of charge. Vehicles in this recall were previously recalled under 22V-089 and owners will need to have the new remedy completed even if their vehicle was remedied under the prior recall. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 21, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S07.

  2. NHTSA 22V925000Dec 14, 2022Fuel System11,074 vehicles

    Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 E-350, E-450, and 2021-2022 F-59 vehicles. The paint along the weld seam of the fuel tank may peel and lead to corrosion of the exposed metal, which can result in a fuel leak.

    Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S76.

  3. NHTSA 22V089000Feb 16, 2022Brakes44,219 vehicles

    Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 E-350 and E-450 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake Hydroboost unit may result in a sudden loss of power steering fluid.

    Risk: A sudden loss of power steering fluid can result in a loss of power steering and power brake assist, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the connection between the power steering lines and the Hydroboost unit, and replace the power steering lines, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S08.

2022 compared with other E-350 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’05’06’07’08’09’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020No verdict020—
2021Avoid90226—
2022Avoid80143—
2023No verdict522—
2024No verdict1521—

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Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Ford E-350 a reliable year?
Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2022 Ford E-350 ranks #5 of 21 among E-350 model years (Complaint Index 80/100, verdict: Avoid). It has 14 complaints and 3 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford E-350?
The most reported problem areas are steering (7 complaints), brakes (4 complaints), and fuel system (3 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 11,000 miles.
Does the 2022 Ford E-350 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2022 Ford E-350, most recently reported 2024, covering brakes and fuel system.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.