2022 Ford F-450 Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls
Avoid The 2022 Ford F-450 has a complaint index of 95, the second-worst among 21 model years, earning an Avoid verdict. NHTSA lists 24 complaints, 14 recalls, and 3 fires, with electrical system problems (38% share) and brakes (29% share) as the top concerns.
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
YearToAvoid Scorecard
- Complaint Index
- 95/100
- #2 of 21 F-450 years
- Verdict
- Avoid
- vs. other years of this model
- Complaints
- 24
- unique NHTSA reports
- Recalls
- 14
- 1 Do Not Drive
- Crashes
- 0
- reported in complaints
- Fires
- 3
- Injuries
- 0
- Top issue
- Electrical System
Top 2022 Ford F-450 problems
Share of this year’s NHTSA complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System9 (38%)
- Brakes7 (29%)
- Other6 (25%)
- Engine4 (17%)
- Structure & Body2 (8%)
- Transmission & Powertrain2 (8%)
- Collision Avoidance & Cameras1 (4%)
- Fuel System1 (4%)
- Steering1 (4%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires1 (4%)
A complaint can list more than one component, so shares add up to more than 100%. Shares are % of complaints.
What owners report
- Trailer electric-over-hydraulic brakes fail to reconnect or disconnect randomly, sometimes after the engine is shut off and restarted.
- Trailer brakes intermittently 'buck' or 'grab' during braking, accompanied by a wiring malfunction warning message.
- A battery warning light appears while towing, followed by loss of dashboard information and engine stall.
- The engine displays a 'low power mode' warning while towing uphill, followed by a loud noise.
- The tailgate opens unintentionally during turns, washing, or rain, risking cargo loss or damage.
- A trailer turn signal and brake light fault message causes intermittent dim or nonfunctional trailer lighting.
2022 Ford F-450 recalls
14 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V204000Mar 31, 2026Visibility & Wipers422,613 vehicles
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:linkages
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, and 2022-2023 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, and F-600 SD vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the wipers to fail.
Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the wiper arms, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S24.Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 1, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V158000Mar 17, 2026Fuel System9,839 vehicles
Fuel system, diesel:delivery:fuel pump
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, 2021-2022 F600, and 2022 F750 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V957. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.
Risk: High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed mailed April 7, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S17. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 18, 2026.
- 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 driverâs 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.
2022 compared with other F-450 years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2022 Ford F-450 reliable?
- Compared to other F-450 model years, the 2022 ranks poorly. It has a complaint index of 95, the second-highest of 21 model years covered, and carries an Avoid verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford F-450?
- NHTSA complaints point to the electrical system (38% share, including trailer light and battery faults) and brakes (29% share, mostly trailer brake connection failures) as the leading problem areas.
- How many recalls does the 2022 Ford F-450 have?
- NHTSA lists 14 recall campaigns for the 2022 F-450, including one do-not-drive recall, covering wiper arms, fuel system, electrical trailer modules, and camera systems.
- What year Ford F-450 should I avoid?
- Based on complaint index and verdicts, 2008 (index 100), 2022 (index 95), and 2020 (index 90) all carry Avoid verdicts. The 2022 ranks as the second-worst year among the 21 covered.
- At what mileage do 2022 F-450 problems tend to show up?
- Electrical system complaints show a median mileage of 75,000, and engine complaints show a median mileage of 121,500.