Pre-purchase inspection checklist — 2022 Ford F-150
The 2022 Ford F-150 has a significant number of recalls (23) and complaints (599) mainly concerning power train, electrical system, and exterior lighting. This indicates potential reliability issues and suggests a thorough inspection is advisable. While diverse problems are reported, they are not numerically overwhelming for each specific system, indicating mixed performance as a used purchase.
NHTSA data on file today
The 2022 Ford F-150 has 23 NHTSA recall campaigns and 604 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
NCAP overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars, averaged across 8 NHTSA-tested trims.
Newest 20 recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #26V489000 Obstructed Rearview Camera Image/FMVSS 111 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #26V104000 Trailer Lighting and Brakes May Not Function/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V729000 Moonroof Wind Deflector May Detach NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V515000 Parking Lights May Flicker/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V517000 Parking Lights May Flicker/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V455000 Low Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V315000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V132000 Trailer Brakes May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V852000 Missing Dashboard Air Bag Warning Label/FMVSS 208 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V682000 Parking Lights May Flicker/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V635000 Engine Intake Valves May Break NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V896000 Rear Axle Hub Bolt May Break NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V802000 Parking Lights May Flicker/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V509000 Unexpected Activation of Electric Parking Brake NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V070000 Loose Bolt in Transmission May Cause Rollaway NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V842000 Windshield Wiper Motor May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V686000 Parking Lights May Flicker/FMVSS 108 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V684000 Improper Air Bag Deployment/FMVSS 208 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V675000 Wheel Lug Nuts Not Tightened Correctly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V623000 Damaged Driveshaft May Fracture NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Power Train 162 complaints
- Electrical System 126 complaints
- Unknown or Other 87 complaints
- Exterior Lighting 66 complaints
- Fuel System, Gasoline 56 complaints
- Equipment 45 complaints
Of the 604 complaints on file, 20 report a crash and 7 a fire; across all 604 complaints, owners report 29 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Known issues to inspect
Loose transmission bolt
How to check: Shift into park and ensure the gear engages.
Trailer brake control loss
How to check: Test trailer brake lights and signals while towing.
Low-pressure fuel pump failure
How to check: Inspect for engine hesitation or stalling.
Rearview camera software error
How to check: Ensure rearview camera displays correctly in reverse.
Test-drive walkthrough
- 01
Cold start
What to check: Check for any unusual noises when engine starts.
Red flag: Loud knocking or ticking sounds
- 02
Low speed maneuvering
What to check: Test steering responsiveness and ease of turning.
Red flag: Hard steering or unusual noises
- 03
Highway acceleration
What to check: Monitor for smooth gear shifts and acceleration.
Red flag: Transmission hesitates or fails to engage
- 04
Braking from speed
What to check: Ensure brakes stop smoothly without noise or vibration.
Red flag: Brakes feel spongy or vibrate
- 05
Parking
What to check: Shift to park and confirm stability and no rollback.
Red flag: Car moves in park or rolls slightly
- 06
Electrical system check
What to check: Inspect dashboard lights and controls for malfunctions.
Red flag: Persistent warning lights or failures
Questions for the seller
Use this exact phrasing.
- Has the transmission issue been resolved?
- Are there electrical system repairs documented?
- Did the fuel pump undergo inspection or replacement?
- Has the rearview camera software been updated?
- Are there any unresolved recalls on this vehicle?
Documents to request
Don't sign anything until you have these.
- Service history records
- Recall repair documentation
- Title and registration papers
- Complete vehicle history report
- Warranty coverage details
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2022 Ford F-150 at the time. AI output can be wrong; confirm anything you find with a mechanic.
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