Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2022 Ford F-450 SD
NHTSA data on file today
The 2022 Ford F-450 SD has 14 NHTSA recall campaigns and 18 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #26V204000 Windshield Wipers May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #26V158000 High Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail 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 #25V686000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display Properly NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V455000 Low Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V132000 Trailer Brakes May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V048000 Rearview Camera Image May Not Display NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #24V957000 High Pressure Fuel Pump May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V758000 Front Wheel and Hub Extender May Detach NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V420000 Head Restraint Instructions Missing/FMVSS 202 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V384000 Label Missing Tire Information/FMVSS 110 & 120 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V250000 Windshield Wipers May Fail NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #22V193000 Trailer Brakes May Fail NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Electrical System 7 complaints
- Engine 4 complaints
- Service Brakes 4 complaints
- Power Train 2 complaints
- Structure 2 complaints
- Unknown or Other 2 complaints
Of the 18 complaints on file, 3 report a fire (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $7,500–$12,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2022 Ford F-450 SD has multiple recalls, particularly concerning safety systems like brakes and visibility. Complaints focus on the electrical system and engine issues. These contribute to an average reliability rating, with potential for costly repairs.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| windshield wipers | 20,000–40,000 miles | $100–$200 | very common |
| high-pressure fuel pump | 40,000–60,000 miles | $1,000–$1,500 | common |
| trailer brake control | 30,000–50,000 miles | $200–$400 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change every 5,000 miles
- Brake fluid replacement every 20,000 miles
- Air filter replacement every 15,000 miles
- Coolant flush every 60,000 miles
- Transmission service every 50,000 miles
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Electrical faults causing power loss
- Unusual engine noises indicating failure
- Brake system warning lights
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2022 Ford F-450 SD at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.