How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA list for the 2022 Ford F-150?

NHTSA lists 23 complaints in this area for the 2022 F-150, about 4% of the 594 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall related to Structure & Body issues on the 2022 F-150?

Yes. Two recalls, campaign 22V623000 and 21V986000, address underbody heat and noise insulators that can loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, potentially causing it to fracture.

At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 32,500 miles.

Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?

NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 5 injuries associated with Structure & Body complaints on the 2022 F-150, with no fires reported.

2022 Ford F-150 Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 23 Structure & Body complaints for the 2022 Ford F-150, about 4% of its 594 total complaints. Two related recalls (22V623000 and 21V986000) cover underbody insulators contacting and damaging the driveshaft. Median mileage at failure was 32,500 miles, with 2 crashes and 5 injuries reported in this area.

Structure & Body complaints: 23; 4% of 594
Crashes reported: 2
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 5
Median mileage: 32,500 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Tailgates reportedly open on their own while driving or parked, sometimes spilling cargo or nearly hitting bystanders.
Door-ajar warning lights stay on after latch and instrument panel screen replacements, with the issue recurring.
Door locks freeze and fail to open in cold temperatures below 20°F, leaving owners unable to enter the vehicle.
Hoods have reportedly popped open at highway speed without warning or manual release.
Panoramic sunroof glass has shattered while driving, and sunroof weatherstripping has deteriorated over time.
Rear seats lock in the folded-up position and require a manual pull tab to release, while they fold up on their own.

When 2022 Ford F-150 body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 10, 2022, latest Jun 25, 2026.

23 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2022 to Jun 2026; peak Jan 2025 (2).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2022 Ford F-150

NHTSA 22V623000Aug 12, 2022Structure & Body58,203 vehicles
Structure:frame and members:underbody shields
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.
Risk: A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft, as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S53.
NHTSA 21V986000Dec 16, 2021Structure & Body184,698 vehicles
Structure:frame and members:underbody shields
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.
Risk: A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S56.

Structure & Body complaints by F-150 model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

200583 (7%)
200648 (8%)
200733 (7%)
200826 (7%)
200946 (14%)
2010106 (13%)
201143 (2%)
201240 (2%)
201362 (2%)
201446 (3%)
2015222 (13%)
2016248 (12%)
2017146 (10%)
2018254 (11%)
201946 (3%)
202034 (5%)
202142 (4%)
202223 (4%)
202325 (6%)
20245 (3%)
20254 (4%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does NHTSA list for the 2022 Ford F-150?: NHTSA lists 23 complaints in this area for the 2022 F-150, about 4% of the 594 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall related to Structure & Body issues on the 2022 F-150?: Yes. Two recalls, campaign 22V623000 and 21V986000, address underbody heat and noise insulators that can loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, potentially causing it to fracture.
At what mileage do these structure and body problems typically show up?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this area is 32,500 miles.
Were there any crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?: NHTSA data shows 2 crashes and 5 injuries associated with Structure & Body complaints on the 2022 F-150, with no fires reported.