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2022 Ford F-250Problems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 174 owners and 17 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
174
Crashes
5
Fires
6
Recalls
17
TSBs
249
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Preliminary Verdict

Think Twice

Based on 174 complaints, 5 crashes, 6 fires, and 17 recalls.

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Top reported problems

1

trailer tire status monitor capability not detected

2 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX
2

drivers side mirror operates very slowly

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
3

power drivers side mirror slow stops

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the Fuel SystemHIGH

33 owners reported fuel system issues — failures commonly reported around 39K miles.

!Inspect the DrivetrainMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

13
0–30K
15
30–60K
10
60–90K
90–120K
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 30–60K miles (15 reports) • Median: 39K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Fuel System (33 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

AI-synthesized themes from real complaints

Buyer Lot Checklist

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Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Fuel System33 (19%)
Drivetrain21 (12%)
Engine19 (11%)
Other17 (10%)
Electrical16 (9%)
Visibility9 (5%)
Steering8 (5%)
Brakes6 (3%)

2022 Ford F-250: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 19% of all reports filed for the 2022 Ford F-250, with 33 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 39,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 39K-mile mark.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 12% of all reports filed for the 2022 Ford F-250, with 21 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 11% of all reports filed for the 2022 Ford F-250, with 19 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2022 Ford F-250, with 16 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

16
22
27
23
27
24
61
25
43
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2022 Ford F-250. Recent trend: stable.

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Recall History (17 recalls)

21V805000Nov 2021

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, 2021 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The front-door side impact pressure sensor modules may have been damaged during supplier assembly, which can cause the side impact air bags to not deploy properly in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 214, "Side Impact Protection."

21V923000Dec 2021

AIR BAGS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Super Duty F-250 and F-350 vehicles. The strength of the driver-side air bag cover may be insufficient.

22V087000Apr 2022

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2022 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty vehicles equipped with gasoline engines and aluminum driveshafts. Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.

22V193000Apr 2022

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL

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.

22V250000Oct 2022

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 F-150, Expedition, 2020-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, and 2020-2021 Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The windshield wiper arms may break, causing the windshield wipers to fail.

+ 12 more recalls in the full report

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

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2022 Ford F-250 NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

2 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)

All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.

PE24019ClosedOpened Jul 2024 · closed Sep 2025

Low-pressure fuel pump failure

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

The worst model year for the Ford F-250 is the 2006 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 174 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 17 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

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2022 Ford F-250: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2022 Ford F-250?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2022 Ford F-250 is related to the fuel system, with 33 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2022 Ford F-250 reliable?
The 2022 Ford F-250 has 174 complaints, 5 crash reports, and 6 fire reports filed with NHTSA. The full report analyzes whether these numbers indicate real risk or are proportional to the vehicle’s popularity.
How safe is the 2022 Ford F-250?
NHTSA rates the 2022 Ford F-250 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 2 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2022 Ford F-250 problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2022 Ford F-250 have any recalls?
Yes, the 2022 Ford F-250 has 17 recalls on record. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Ford F-250 problems start?
Based on 38 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 39,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 30–60K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2022 Ford F-250 data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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