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2022 Ford F 150 Super Cab Diesel
Common Problems

Ranked from 210 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

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Safety
16
High severity
27
Medium
6
Low
3 problems on this vehicle involve a crash, fire, or injury risk. If you are experiencing one, stop driving and have it inspected.

52 Common Problems

Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.

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  1. 1

    Recall Issues

    14complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Recalls for various issues are not being addressed in a timely manner, leading to unresolved problems.

  2. 2

    Recall Non-Resolution

    14complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Multiple recalls have not been addressed by the manufacturer, leaving vehicles unsafe and unusable.

  3. 3

    Electrical System Issues

    10complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Electrical system failures such as blank digital clusters and intermittent warning lights.

  4. 4

    Stereo/Infotainment System Malfunction

    10complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The infotainment system produces loud, persistent noises that cannot be controlled, posing a significant distraction and potential safety hazard.

    $200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.53 hrs labor
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  5. 5

    Audio System Malfunction

    9complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Speakers emit loud, random popping and static noises, causing distraction and potential hearing damage.

  6. 6

    Electrical system issues causing loud noises and malfunctions

    9complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The electrical system produces loud popping, static, and crackling noises, affecting the comfort and safety of the driver.

  7. 7

    Axle Bolt Failure

    8complaints
    High severityTransmission

    Rear axle bolts fracture, leading to vehicle instability and potential loss of control.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 18 hrs labor
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  8. 8

    Electrical System Glitches

    8complaints
    Low severityElectrical

    Random audio glitches and system reboots occur, affecting entertainment and navigation systems.

  9. 9

    Exterior Lighting Failures

    8complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Daytime running lights and other exterior lights frequently fail, leading to potential safety concerns.

    $100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.52 hrs labor
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  10. 10

    Electrical System Malfunction

    7complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    Issues with the electrical system, such as faulty audio systems and door locks, cause operational disruptions.

  11. 11

    Transmission Failure

    7complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The 10-speed automatic transmission experiences unexpected violent shifts and slams into lower gears, causing loss of power and control.

    $2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 816 hrs labor
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  12. 12

    Windshield Wiper Failure

    7complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Windshield wipers fail to operate properly, leading to reduced visibility.

  13. 13

    Battery Issues

    6complaints
    High severityElectrical

    Multiple incidents of battery damage or low charge, potentially leading to vehicle failure.

  14. 14

    Brake system failures leading to unexpected stops and collisions

    6complaints
    High severityBrakes

    The brake system unexpectedly engages or fails to stop the vehicle properly, leading to potential collisions and injuries.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 14 hrs labor
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  15. 15

    Exterior Lighting Malfunctions

    6complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Front lamps flicker or display poor visibility, increasing crash risk in low-light conditions.

    $100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.52 hrs labor
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  16. 16

    Recall Non-Compliance

    6complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Parts for NHTSA recalls are unavailable, leading to unresolved issues.

  17. 17

    Fuel System Malfunction

    5complaints
    Medium severityFuel system

    The fuel system malfunctions, causing issues such as engine sputtering and difficulty starting, particularly on inclines or at stoplights.

  18. 18

    Headlight Malfunction and Defects

    5complaints
    Low severityOther

    Headlights, including daytime running lights and reverse lights, frequently fail or malfunction, requiring frequent replacements.

    $100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.52 hrs labor
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  19. 19

    Windshield Wipers Failure

    5complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Windshield wipers fail to operate properly, leading to reduced visibility in adverse weather conditions.

  20. 20

    Axle Hub Issues

    4complaints
    High severityTransmission

    Axle hub bolts break, causing potential loss of wheel attachment and vehicle instability.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 18 hrs labor
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  21. 21

    Parking Brake Malfunction

    4complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Electronic parking brake engages independently, causing abrupt stops and requiring restarts.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 14 hrs labor
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  22. 22

    Powertrain Issues

    4complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The powertrain experiences sudden deceleration and gear shifting issues, posing a safety risk.

  23. 23

    Recall Issues with Parts Unavailability

    4complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Multiple recalls have been issued, but parts for the necessary repairs are unavailable, causing delays and frustration for owners.

  24. 24

    Steering and Braking Failures

    4complaints
    High severitySteering

    Steering and braking systems fail unexpectedly, leading to loss of vehicle control.

  25. 25

    Transmission Issues

    4complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    Transmission malfunctions lead to inconsistent shifting and unexpected vehicle movement.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 18 hrs labor
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  26. 26

    Powertrain issues causing jerking and hard shifting

    3complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The powertrain experiences jerking and hard shifting, especially during acceleration and deceleration, affecting the driving experience.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 18 hrs labor
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  27. 27

    Steering Issues

    3complaints
    Medium severitySteering

    The steering system intermittently loses power, causing the vehicle to drift and posing a safety risk.

  28. 28

    Steering System Malfunction

    3complaints
    Medium severitySteering

    Steering issues include gear coming loose and inability to shift into park, leading to unsafe driving conditions.

  29. 29

    Transmission Shudder and Jumps

    3complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission experiences shuddering and jumping, especially at low speeds, affecting vehicle stability and control.

    $2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 816 hrs labor
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  30. 30

    Windshield Wiper System Failure

    3complaints
    Low severityElectrical

    The windshield wipers intermittently fail to operate properly, sometimes working and other times not.

  31. 31

    Axle Failure

    2complaints
    High severityOther

    The rear axle has detached or failed, causing the vehicle to lose power and potentially roll over.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 18 hrs labor
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  32. 32

    Brake system failures including total loss of braking and unexpected activation

    2complaints
    Safety riskBrakes

    Total loss of brakes and unexpected automatic application of the parking brake leading to sudden stops without warning.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 14 hrs labor
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  33. 33

    Brake system failures leading to loss of control

    2complaints
    High severityBrakes

    The brake pedal fails to respond, and the vehicle experiences brake failure, posing a significant safety risk.

    $150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 14 hrs labor
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  34. 34

    Electrical system failures affecting audio and lighting

    2complaints
    Low severityElectrical

    Deafening sound from speakers and loud static and crackling noises from the sound system occur, potentially causing distraction.

  35. 35

    Electrical system failures including display screen freezing and audio issues

    2complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The display screen freezes, causing the back-up camera to fail, and loud static occurs through speakers upon starting the vehicle.

    $200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.53 hrs labor
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  36. 36

    Engine failures leading to stalling and unexpected shutdowns

    2complaints
    High severityEngine

    The engine stalls or unexpectedly shuts down, causing loss of control and potential accidents.

    $4,000–$8,000est. engine replacement · 1220 hrs labor
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  37. 37

    Engine performance issues including stalling and misfires

    2complaints
    Medium severityEngine

    The engine stalls at idle and misfires, leading to difficulty in controlling the vehicle.

    $200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 14 hrs labor
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  38. 38

    Engine Stall at Idle Due to Fuel Pump Failure

    2complaints
    High severityFuel system

    The low-pressure fuel pump fails, causing the engine to stall at idle and during driving.

    $500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 25 hrs labor
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  39. 39

    Exterior Lighting Failure

    2complaints
    Medium severityOther

    LED daytime running lights and tail lights fail or malfunction, leading to poor visibility and safety risks.

    $100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.52 hrs labor
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  40. 40

    Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction

    2complaints
    Safety riskElectrical

    The forward collision avoidance system malfunctions, potentially causing unintended braking and accidents.

  41. 41

    Instrument Cluster Malfunction

    2complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The instrument cluster intermittently fails, causing inoperability of critical gauges and warning lights.

    $300–$1,000est. instrument cluster repair/replacement · 13 hrs labor
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  42. 42

    Power train issues causing unintended acceleration

    2complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The vehicle accelerates unintentionally while in reverse, leading to potential crashes and damage.

  43. 43

    Structural failures due to improper modifications

    2complaints
    High severityOther

    Improper modifications by third-party companies compromise the structural integrity of the vehicle, leading to hood and bumper failures.

  44. 44

    Suspension system failures leading to improper fitment of wheel wells

    2complaints
    Low severitySuspension

    Improper fitment of wheel wells leads to rubbing and potential damage to the vehicle or other vehicles on the road.

    $150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 15 hrs labor
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  45. 45

    Transmission failure leading to random shifting and jerking

    2complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The transmission randomly shifts gears and jerks during operation, causing loss of control and potential accidents.

    $2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 816 hrs labor
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  46. 46

    Transmission issues leading to unexpected shifts and stalls

    2complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission shifts unexpectedly to lower gears and then back up, causing the vehicle to lose speed and shutter.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 18 hrs labor
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  47. 47

    Transmission malfunction leading to harsh shifting and gear skipping

    2complaints
    High severityTransmission

    The transmission shifts harshly, misses gears, and lurches during shifts, leading to potential loss of control.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 18 hrs labor
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  48. 48

    Transmission Unexpected Shifts into Park

    2complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission unexpectedly shifts from drive into park, displaying a hill start assist warning, without any fault being found.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 18 hrs labor
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  49. 49

    Unintended Acceleration

    2complaints
    Safety riskOther

    Vehicle accelerates on its own, leading to loss of control and potential accidents.

  50. 50

    Visibility Issues

    2complaints
    Medium severityOther

    Windshield wipers detach from the linkage pivot, causing loss of visibility and safety hazards during snow conditions.

  51. 51

    Wiper System Failure

    2complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The wiper system fails to operate, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of accidents in adverse weather conditions.

  52. 52

    Wiper system malfunctions leading to poor visibility

    2complaints
    Low severityOther

    Wipers fail to operate, reducing visibility during rainy conditions and causing confusion while using the navigation system.

Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.