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2022 Ford F-250 SD Recalls, Ratings & Complaints
The 2022 Ford F-250 SD has 17 NHTSA recall campaigns and 122 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Ford dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2022 Ford F-250 SD, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2022 Ford F-250 SD owner complaints
Owners have filed 122 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Ford F-250 SD, describing incidents dated November 25, 2021 to October 22, 2026.
Most-cited components
- Fuel/Propulsion System 31 complaints
- Power Train 22 complaints
- Electrical System 19 complaints
- Engine 19 complaints
- Unknown or Other 15 complaints
- Visibility/Wiper 11 complaints
Of the 122 complaints on file, 3 report a crash and 4 a fire; across all 122 complaints, owners report 4 injuries (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11773738 · Filed
My vehicle has been at Ford of Harvey since 8/31/26. Dealer replaced ignition coil 8/18/26. Light and rough idle returned and the dealer determined a new engine would be needed. Dealer says Ford warranty only wants to replace cam shaft. Metal in oil was found and dealer has fought corporate warranty…
ODI #11770427 · Filed
At interstate speeds, when the truck hits a bump or an expansion joint going onto or off a bridge, the steering wheel jerks hard and pulls the truck into the next lane. I've been reporting this front-end problem to Ford dealers for almost two years. About eight months ago, on XXX near [XXX], it…
ODI #11769989 · Filed
The second power door lock actuator has failed on this vehicle at only 24,500 miles. This time the RF door did not lock or unlock electronically. I replaced the failed actuator myself. The inside of the actuator had water in it that looks like it caused the small electric motor to fail. This was the…
Windshield Wipers May Fail
NHTSA #26V204000 · Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer — Linkages · NHTSA notice
Reported March 31, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 422,613 vehicles
Repair completion: 15.8% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 26S24 · Owners notified August 5, 2026
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Windshield wiper failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
High Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail
NHTSA #26V158000 · Fuel System, Diesel — Delivery — Fuel Pump · NHTSA notice
Reported March 17, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 9,839 vehicles
Repair completion: 49.84% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 26S17 · Owners notified April 7, 2026 · Vehicles built through August 23, 2021 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
Trailer Lighting and Brakes May Not Function/FMVSS 108
NHTSA #26V104000 · Electrical System — Integrated Trailer Brake Control · NHTSA notice
Reported February 20, 2026 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 4,381,878 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.12% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 26C10 · Owners notified March 25, 2026 · Vehicles built starting April 5, 2021 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
Trailer lights or brakes that do not function can reduce the driver’s ability to control the trailer and decrease the trailers visibility to other road users, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
Moonroof Wind Deflector May Detach
NHTSA #25V729000 · Visibility — Sun/Moon Roof Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported October 24, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 174,853 vehicles
Repair completion: 57.14% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25SB7 · Owners notified November 10, 2025
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.
Safety consequence
A detached wind deflector can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the moonroof wind deflector as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 10, 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.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display Properly
NHTSA #25V686000 · Back Over Prevention — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported October 10, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 291,901 vehicles
Repair completion: 39.06% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25SA8 · Owners notified May 19, 2026 · Vehicles built through December 23, 2022 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-250 SD, F-350 SD, and F-450 SD vehicles. The 360-degree view camera system may not display a rearview image properly in certain lighting conditions.
Safety consequence
A rearview camera image that does not display properly can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the image processing module software, free of charge.This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on October 30, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA8. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 13, 2025.
Low Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail
NHTSA #25V455000 · Fuel System, Gasoline — Delivery — Fuel Pump · NHTSA notice
Reported July 7, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 850,318 vehicles
Repair completion: 18.62% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25S75 · Owners notified July 27, 2026 · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
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.
Safety consequence
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
NHTSA #25V442000 · Back Over Prevention — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported June 27, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 200,237 vehicles
Repair completion: 58.75% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25S72 · Owners notified September 4, 2025 · Vehicles built through December 22, 2022 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Safety consequence
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Trailer Brakes May Fail
NHTSA #25V132000 · Electrical System — Integrated Trailer Brake Control · NHTSA notice
Reported February 28, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 10,952 vehicles
Repair completion: 57.33% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25S15 · Owners notified April 11, 2025
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.
Safety consequence
Loss of trailer brake functionality can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Rearview Camera Image May Not Display
NHTSA #25V048000 · Back Over Prevention — Sensing System — Camera · NHTSA notice
Reported January 31, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 91,580 vehicles
Repair completion: 37.53% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 25S05 · Owners notified September 18, 2025
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Expedition, 2021-2022 Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, and 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The rearview camera may display a blank or distorted image.
Safety consequence
Rearview camera failure can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S05.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
High Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail
NHTSA #24V957000 · Fuel System, Diesel — Delivery — Fuel Pump · NHTSA notice
Reported December 20, 2024 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 295,449 vehicles
Repair completion: 28.15% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 24S78 · Owners notified January 23, 2026
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 F-Super Duty F250, F350, F450, F550, F600, and 2021-2022 F-650, F750 vehicles. Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump.
Safety consequence
High pressure fuel pump failure can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S78.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.
Head Restraint Instructions Missing/FMVSS 202
NHTSA #23V420000 · Equipment — Other — Owners/Service/Other Manual · NHTSA notice
Reported June 9, 2023 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 691,133 vehicles
Repair completion: 99.28% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 23C20 · Owners notified July 21, 2023
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2023 Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with third-row seating; and 2019-2023 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCab vehicles. The owner's manual does not include instructions for adjusting or removing certain head restraints. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."
Safety consequence
Without instructions, the head restraints may be improperly adjusted, increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Ford will mail the Owner's Manual addendums that describe how to adjust and remove the head restraints for the center seating positions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C20.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Label Missing Tire Information/FMVSS 110 & 120
NHTSA #22V384000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported May 27, 2022 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 5,247 vehicles
Repair completion: 85.34% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 22C09 · Owners notified July 6, 2022
Defect description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F600, and 2023 E-Series vehicles. In addition, certain 2016 E-Series, 2017 and 2019 F-450, 2021 F-350, and 2021 Transit vehicles that received a reprinted label are also included in this recall. The Safety Certification Labels are missing the tire size, rim type, and tire pressure values for both the front and rear axles. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 110, "Tire Selection and Rim", and 120, "Wheels and Rims-Other Than Passenger Cars."
Safety consequence
Missing tire information could lead to an incorrect tire or rim being installed, or incorrect tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the Safety Certification Label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 6, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C09.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Windshield Wipers May Fail
NHTSA #22V250000 · Visibility — Windshield Wiper/Washer — Linkages · NHTSA notice
Reported April 14, 2022 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 652,996 vehicles
Repair completion: 83.63% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 22S26 · Owners notified October 21, 2022
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace both front windshield wiper arms, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed on May 24, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to be available 3rd Quarter 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S26.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Trailer Brakes May Fail
NHTSA #22V193000 · Electrical System — Integrated Trailer Brake Control · NHTSA notice
Reported March 25, 2022 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 391,836 vehicles
Repair completion: 96.68% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 22S17 · Owners notified April 22, 2022
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.
Safety consequence
Loss of trailer brake functionality could result in extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Damaged Driveshaft May Fracture
NHTSA #22V087000 · Structure — Frame and Members — Underbody Shields · NHTSA notice
Reported February 16, 2022 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 247,445 vehicles
Repair completion: 74.27% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 22S09 · Owners notified April 7, 2022
Defect description
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.
Safety 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.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 7, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S09.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Air Bag Cover May Break Apart During Crash
NHTSA #21V923000 · Air Bags · NHTSA notice
Reported November 24, 2021 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 5 vehicles
Repair completion: 80% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 21S49 · Owners notified December 16, 2021
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
During a crash, the air bag cover may break apart and project fragments towards occupants, increasing the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the driver-side air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S49.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Front Door Side Impact Sensors Damaged/FMVSS 214
NHTSA #21V805000 · Air Bags — Sensor — Side Impact · NHTSA notice
Reported October 15, 2021 · Ford Motor Company
Potentially affected: 777 vehicles
Repair completion: 88.03% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Ford campaign 21C26 · Owners notified November 3, 2021
Defect description
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."
Safety consequence
An air bag that does not deploy properly during a crash increases the risk of injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the driver and passenger front door side impact sensors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 3, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C26.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
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