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2022 Ford F-150 Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Verdict

Good

Complaint Index

33/100

#11 most-complained of 16 F-150 years

The 2022 Ford F-150 has a complaint index of 33, ranking 11th worst out of 16 model years, with a Good verdict relative to other F-150 years. NHTSA lists 594 complaints and 23 recalls, led by electrical system problems.

Complaints
594
Recalls
23
Crashes / fires
20 / 7
Injuries / deaths
29 / 0
NHTSA overall rating
Not rated
EPA combined MPG
20
17 city / 23 hwy

Top 2022 Ford F-150 problems

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

  1. Electrical System181 (30%)
  2. Transmission & Powertrain157 (26%)
  3. Other122 (21%)
  4. Fuel System89 (15%)
  5. Engine54 (9%)
  6. Visibility & Wipers46 (8%)
  7. Brakes41 (7%)
  8. Collision Avoidance & Cameras29 (5%)
  9. Structure & Body23 (4%)
  10. Suspension, Wheels & Tires22 (4%)

What owners report

  • Owners report slow or delayed brake response, sometimes causing the truck to skid when braking is applied partway.
  • Some drivers describe sudden brake pedal failure that sends the pedal to the floorboard without stopping the vehicle, leading to rear-end collisions.
  • Owners report the engine revving up unexpectedly while stopped and the vehicle moving on its own even after the shifter was placed in park and the vehicle turned off.
  • Multiple owners describe smoke or fire starting in the engine compartment while driving or towing, sometimes with a burning smell noticed first.
  • Owners report windshield wipers stopping suddenly during a snowstorm, followed by loss of vehicle control.
  • Some drivers report simultaneous loss of braking and power steering at low speed, resulting in a crash.
2022 Ford F-150 complaints: complaints filed per quarter902022 Q12022 Q42023 Q32024 Q22025 Q12025 Q42026 Q3
785 complaints filed with NHTSA from 2022 Q1 to 2026 Q3; peak 2026 Q1 (90).

2022 Ford F-150 recalls

23 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.

  1. NHTSA 26V489000Jul 28, 2026Collision Avoidance & Cameras47,587 vehiclesOver-the-air fix

    Back over prevention:display function

    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."

    Risk: An obstructed rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed August 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C37. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 31, 2026.

  2. NHTSA 26V104000Feb 20, 2026Electrical System4,381,878 vehiclesOver-the-air fix

    Exterior lighting:tail lights

    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."

    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.

    Remedy: The integrated trailer module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 17, 2026.

  3. NHTSA 25V729000Oct 24, 2025Visibility & Wipers174,853 vehicles

    Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly

    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.

    Risk: A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB7. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 30, 2025.

See all 23 recalls for the 2022 Ford F-150 →

2022 Ford F-150 fuel economy and fuel cost

City
17 MPG
Highway
23 MPG
Combined
20 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA)
$3,250
15,000 mi/yr
Fuel
Regular
Current regular gas
$4.32/gal
national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2022 compared with other F-150 years

Complaint Index by model year (0 = fewest issues, 100 = most)0255075100’10’11’12’13’14’15’16’17’18’19’20’21’22’23’24’25
Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best
YearVerdictIndexComplaintsRecallsMPG
2020Best207271119
2021Good471,01229 !20
2022Good335942320
2023Good274071319
2024Best71881119

All Ford F-150 years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2022 Ford F-150 reliable?
Compared to other F-150 model years, the 2022 has a complaint index of 33 and ranks 11th worst out of 16 years tracked, earning a Good verdict. Its top reported problem area is the electrical system.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford F-150?
NHTSA data shows the electrical system accounts for 30% of complaints, followed by transmission and powertrain at 26% and fuel system issues at 15%. The median mileage at failure for electrical complaints was 22,350 miles.
Does the 2022 Ford F-150 have recalls?
Yes, NHTSA lists 23 recalls for the 2022 F-150, including ones covering the electrical system, collision avoidance cameras, fuel system, and visibility/wiper components. None of these are do-not-drive recalls.
Should I avoid the 2022 Ford F-150?
No, relative to other F-150 model years the 2022 is rated Good, with a lower complaint index (33) than years like 2013 (100) or 2018 (93), which carry the Avoid verdict.
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Ford F-150?
The 2022 F-150 gets an EPA-rated 20 mpg combined (17 city / 23 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,250.

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.