2022 Ford F-150 Review

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Visibility:sun/moon roof assembly

Recall Number: 

25V729000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

25SB7

Number of vehicles affected: 

174853

Defect Description: 

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.

Defect Consequence: 

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

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 3, 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.

Exterior lighting:lighting control module

Recall Number: 

25V517000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

25C37

Manufactured from: 

2022-03-11 to 2022-07-23

Number of vehicles affected: 

1278

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V686. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Defect Consequence: 

Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will replace the light emitting diode control module and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C37.

Exterior lighting:lighting control module

Recall Number: 

25V515000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

25C38

Manufactured from: 

2022-03-11 to 2022-07-22

Number of vehicles affected: 

2361

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles that were repaired incorrectly under recalls 22V686 and 23V802. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Defect Consequence: 

Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will replace the light emitting diode control module and update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C38.

Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump

Recall Number: 

25V455000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

25S75

Manufactured from: 

2021-07-01 to

Number of vehicles affected: 

850318

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

Defect Consequence: 

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

The remedy is under development. Owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed July 14, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.

Back over prevention:software

Recall Number: 

25V315000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

25S49

Number of vehicles affected: 

1075299

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2023-2024 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

Defect Consequence: 

A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed June 16, 2025. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated for third quarter 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control

Recall Number: 

25V132000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

25S15

Manufactured from: 

2021-03-09 to 2022-02-17

Number of vehicles affected: 

10627

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 22V-193. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

Defect Consequence: 

Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S18.

Equipment:other:labels

Recall Number: 

24V852000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

24C39

Manufactured from: 

2019-07-29 to 2024-09-13

Number of vehicles affected: 

27678

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Defect Consequence: 

Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.

Exterior lighting:lighting control module

Recall Number: 

24V682000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

24C30

Number of vehicles affected: 

16543

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Defect Consequence: 

Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will replace the LED Driver module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 10, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C30. These vehicles were previously recalled for this same issue under 22V-686 and will need to have the new remedy performed.

Engine and engine cooling:engine:hard parts internal/mechanical

Recall Number: 

24V635000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

24S55

Manufactured from: 

2021-06-07 to 2021-10-31

Number of vehicles affected: 

90736

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.

Defect Consequence: 

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed October 17, 2024. A second notice will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.

Power train:axle hubs

Recall Number: 

23V896000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

23S65

Number of vehicles affected: 

112965

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with the Trailer Tow Max Duty package and a 9.75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines.

Defect Consequence: 

Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 9, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S65.

Exterior lighting:lighting control module

Recall Number: 

23V802000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

23C36

Manufactured from: 

2022-03-11 to 2022-07-23

Number of vehicles affected: 

18527

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Defect Consequence: 

Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will update the LED driver module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C36. Vehicles with high series headlamps previously recalled under recall number 22V-686 that received an incomplete remedy, or have not yet been repaired, will need to have the new remedy completed.

Parking brake:electrical

Recall Number: 

23V509000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

23S35

Number of vehicles affected: 

870701

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a single exhaust system. Contact with the rear axle housing may damage the wiring harness, causing the electric parking brake to activate unexpectedly.

Defect Consequence: 

Unexpected activation of the electric parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will install a protective tie strap, tape wrap, and replace the harness as necessary, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed September 18, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S35.

Power train:automatic transmission

Recall Number: 

23V070000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

23S06

Number of vehicles affected: 

1138

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK."

Defect Consequence: 

The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S06.

Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor

Recall Number: 

22V842000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

22S71

Number of vehicles affected: 

483082

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.

Defect Consequence: 

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will replace the front windshield wiper motor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 30, 2023. Remedy parts are expected in the 3rd Quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S71. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-142.

Exterior lighting:lighting control module

Recall Number: 

22V686000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

22C22

Number of vehicles affected: 

86050

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 F-150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Defect Consequence: 

Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will replace or reprogram the LED Driver module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C22.

Air bags

Recall Number: 

22V684000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

22C23

Number of vehicles affected: 

74

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles. The right-side instrument panel cover may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can cause the air bag to not deploy as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Defect Consequence: 

During air bag deployment, the air bag cover my break and project fragments into the vehicle, or the air bag may deploy improperly, increasing the risk of occupant injury.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will replace the right-side instrument panel cover, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 26, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C23.

Wheels:lugs/nuts/bolts/studs

Recall Number: 

22V675000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

22S59

Number of vehicles affected: 

1519

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 Raptor Series vehicles equipped with 37-inch tires. The lug nuts on the wheels may have been incorrectly tightened.

Defect Consequence: 

Incorrectly tightened wheel lug nuts can loosen and result in wheel separation from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will tighten or replace the wheel lug nuts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S59.

Power train:driveline:driveshaft

Recall Number: 

22V623000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

22S53

Number of vehicles affected: 

58203

Defect Description: 

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.

Defect Consequence: 

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.

Corrective Action: 

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.

Steering:column

Recall Number: 

22V253000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

22S24

Number of vehicles affected: 

19175

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 vehicles. The power-adjustable telescoping steering column connector wiring may be too short. Wiring that is too short can become damaged or separate if the adjustable steering column is extended all the way.

Defect Consequence: 

Damaged or separated wiring may result in the steering column not moving as intended in certain crash conditions, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will inspect the steering column wiring harness and repair the wiring, as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 9, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available by the end of July, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S24.

Electrical system: integrated trailer brake control

Recall Number: 

22V193000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

22S17

Number of vehicles affected: 

391836

Defect Description: 

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 F-150, 2022 Maverick, Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 vehicles. Due to a software error, a towed trailer equipped with an electric or electric-over hydraulic brake system may not brake.

Defect Consequence: 

Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: 

Dealers will update the integrated trailer brake control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S17.

Power train:driveline:driveshaft

Recall Number: 

21V986000

Manufacturer Recall Number: 

21S56

Number of vehicles affected: 

184698

Defect Description: 

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.

Defect Consequence: 

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.

Corrective Action: 

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.