2022 Ford F-250

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2022 Ford F-250 has 149 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.9x the segment average of 80. The most common issue is fuel system problems (19% of all complaints), specifically: driving down a busy highway and my truck starts lurching and losing power and then just dies in the road. i had to wait a few minutes and the truck would start up. there were no warnings or lights initially. this happened three times. after the third time it would no longer start, and a solid ch. ⚠️ 6 fire reports filed.

6 fire reports 2 crash reports 4 injuries

149

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.9x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems

FUEL SYSTEM

28 complaints

19%

• Driving down a busy highway and my truck starts lurching and losing power and then just dies in the road. I had to wait a few minutes and the truck would start up. There were no warnings or lights initially. This happened three times. After the third time it would no longer start, and a solid ch
• Multiple times, when engaging the throttle, it's as if all power from the engine is cut for a few seconds before it kicks back in.
• ENG Light is on and losing throttle. When it loses throttle wrench light comes on. While driving on the interstate, the truck loses power and reduces speed on its own. It is difficult to maneuver to the side of road. It has been towed several times and repaired by more than one Ford dealership. W

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500💥 1 crashes

“Driving down a busy highway and my truck starts lurching and losing power and then just dies in the road. I had to wait a few minutes and the truck would start up. There were no warnings or lights initially. This happened three times. After the third time it would no longer start, and a solid ch”

— NHTSA complaint filing

TRANSMISSION

19 complaints

13%

• The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH the transmission would downshift. The transmission warning light illuminated the instrument panel. The contact stated the installation on the vehicle fell on the draft shaft and caught on fire and melted. The
• complete loss of power after take off.
• EXCESSIVELY LOUD CLUNK FROM TRANSMISSION WHEN ENGAGING FORWARD AND REVERSE GEARS, LOUD CLUNK FROM TRANSMISSION WHEN SHIFTING WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. VEHICLE LERCHES FORWARD WHILE COMING TO A STOP.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports

“The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH the transmission would downshift. The transmission warning light illuminated the instrument panel. The contact stated the installation on the vehicle fell on the draft shaft and caught on fire and melted. The ”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ENGINE

19 complaints

13%

• The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 40-45 MPH, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated intermittently, even though an oil change had been performed on the vehicle 23 days prior. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact that a tool wa
• Multiple times, when engaging the throttle, it's as if all power from the engine is cut for a few seconds before it kicks back in.
• ENG Light is on and losing throttle. When it loses throttle wrench light comes on. While driving on the interstate, the truck loses power and reduces speed on its own. It is difficult to maneuver to the side of road. It has been towed several times and repaired by more than one Ford dealership. W

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 40-45 MPH, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated intermittently, even though an oil change had been performed on the vehicle 23 days prior. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact that a tool wa”

— NHTSA complaint filing

ELECTRICAL

17 complaints

11%

• TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAILS WITHOUT NOTICE.
• The dash light says " trailer not connected when the trailer is connected. When using the sponge brake inside for the electric trailer bracks. It comes up saying trailer wiring fault. The trailer has been to a shop to ensure the wiring and plug end are good. Other trailers have the same issue when
• The dash light says " trailer not connected when the trailer is connected. When using the sponge brake inside for the electric trailer bracks. It comes up saying trailer wiring fault. The trailer has been to a shop to ensure the wiring and plug end are good. Other trailers have the same issue when

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 1 fire reports

“TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAILS WITHOUT NOTICE.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

OTHER

13 complaints

• EXCESSIVELY LOUD CLUNK FROM TRANSMISSION WHEN ENGAGING FORWARD AND REVERSE GEARS, LOUD CLUNK FROM TRANSMISSION WHEN SHIFTING WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. VEHICLE LERCHES FORWARD WHILE COMING TO A STOP.
• Was Driving and started to smell a real punget smell through the air condition. after Turing it off the smell was still continued coming through vents causing me to get very dizzy, get an headache, and stomach started to hurt
• Driving down the road. 70 degree day. Rear slider exploded. Defrost was not on.

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500🔥 3 fire reports

“EXCESSIVELY LOUD CLUNK FROM TRANSMISSION WHEN ENGAGING FORWARD AND REVERSE GEARS, LOUD CLUNK FROM TRANSMISSION WHEN SHIFTING WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. VEHICLE LERCHES FORWARD WHILE COMING TO A STOP.”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Repair Costs

FUEL SYSTEM(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 149 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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FUEL SYSTEM: Driving down a busy highway and my truck starts lurching and losing power and then just dies in the road. I had to wait a few minutes and the truck would start up. There were no warnings or lights initially. This happened three times. After the third time it would no longer start, and a solid ch
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH the transmission would downshift. The transmission warning light illuminated the instrument panel. The contact stated the installation on the vehicle fell on the draft shaft and caught on fire and melted. The
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 40-45 MPH, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated intermittently, even though an oil change had been performed on the vehicle 23 days prior. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact that a tool wa
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAILS WITHOUT NOTICE.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)