2022 Ford F 150 Super Cab Diesel
Common Problems
Ranked from 210 federal NHTSA complaints. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
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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Recall Issues
14complaintsMedium severityOtherRecalls for various issues are not being addressed in a timely manner, leading to unresolved problems.
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Recall Non-Resolution
14complaintsMedium severityOtherMultiple recalls have not been addressed by the manufacturer, leaving vehicles unsafe and unusable.
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Electrical System Issues
10complaintsMedium severityElectricalElectrical system failures such as blank digital clusters and intermittent warning lights.
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Stereo/Infotainment System Malfunction
10complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe infotainment system produces loud, persistent noises that cannot be controlled, posing a significant distraction and potential safety hazard.
$200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 5
Audio System Malfunction
9complaintsMedium severityElectricalSpeakers emit loud, random popping and static noises, causing distraction and potential hearing damage.
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Electrical system issues causing loud noises and malfunctions
9complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe electrical system produces loud popping, static, and crackling noises, affecting the comfort and safety of the driver.
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Axle Bolt Failure
8complaintsHigh severityTransmissionRear axle bolts fracture, leading to vehicle instability and potential loss of control.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 8
Electrical System Glitches
8complaintsLow severityElectricalRandom audio glitches and system reboots occur, affecting entertainment and navigation systems.
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Exterior Lighting Failures
8complaintsMedium severityOtherDaytime running lights and other exterior lights frequently fail, leading to potential safety concerns.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 10
Electrical System Malfunction
7complaintsMedium severityElectricalIssues with the electrical system, such as faulty audio systems and door locks, cause operational disruptions.
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Transmission Failure
7complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe 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 · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 12
Windshield Wiper Failure
7complaintsMedium severityOtherWindshield wipers fail to operate properly, leading to reduced visibility.
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Battery Issues
6complaintsHigh severityElectricalMultiple incidents of battery damage or low charge, potentially leading to vehicle failure.
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Brake system failures leading to unexpected stops and collisions
6complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake system unexpectedly engages or fails to stop the vehicle properly, leading to potential collisions and injuries.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 15
Exterior Lighting Malfunctions
6complaintsMedium severityOtherFront lamps flicker or display poor visibility, increasing crash risk in low-light conditions.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 16
Recall Non-Compliance
6complaintsMedium severityOtherParts for NHTSA recalls are unavailable, leading to unresolved issues.
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Fuel System Malfunction
5complaintsMedium severityFuel systemThe fuel system malfunctions, causing issues such as engine sputtering and difficulty starting, particularly on inclines or at stoplights.
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Headlight Malfunction and Defects
5complaintsLow severityOtherHeadlights, including daytime running lights and reverse lights, frequently fail or malfunction, requiring frequent replacements.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 19
Windshield Wipers Failure
5complaintsMedium severityOtherWindshield wipers fail to operate properly, leading to reduced visibility in adverse weather conditions.
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Axle Hub Issues
4complaintsHigh severityTransmissionAxle hub bolts break, causing potential loss of wheel attachment and vehicle instability.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 21
Parking Brake Malfunction
4complaintsMedium severityOtherElectronic parking brake engages independently, causing abrupt stops and requiring restarts.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 22
Powertrain Issues
4complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe powertrain experiences sudden deceleration and gear shifting issues, posing a safety risk.
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Steering and Braking Failures
4complaintsHigh severitySteeringSteering and braking systems fail unexpectedly, leading to loss of vehicle control.
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Transmission Issues
4complaintsMedium severityTransmissionTransmission malfunctions lead to inconsistent shifting and unexpected vehicle movement.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 26
Powertrain issues causing jerking and hard shifting
3complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe powertrain experiences jerking and hard shifting, especially during acceleration and deceleration, affecting the driving experience.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 27
Steering Issues
3complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering system intermittently loses power, causing the vehicle to drift and posing a safety risk.
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Steering System Malfunction
3complaintsMedium severitySteeringSteering issues include gear coming loose and inability to shift into park, leading to unsafe driving conditions.
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Transmission Shudder and Jumps
3complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission experiences shuddering and jumping, especially at low speeds, affecting vehicle stability and control.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 30
Windshield Wiper System Failure
3complaintsLow severityElectricalThe windshield wipers intermittently fail to operate properly, sometimes working and other times not.
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Axle Failure
2complaintsHigh severityOtherThe rear axle has detached or failed, causing the vehicle to lose power and potentially roll over.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 32
Brake system failures including total loss of braking and unexpected activation
2complaintsSafety riskBrakesTotal loss of brakes and unexpected automatic application of the parking brake leading to sudden stops without warning.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 33
Brake system failures leading to loss of control
2complaintsHigh severityBrakesThe brake pedal fails to respond, and the vehicle experiences brake failure, posing a significant safety risk.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 34
Electrical system failures affecting audio and lighting
2complaintsLow severityElectricalDeafening sound from speakers and loud static and crackling noises from the sound system occur, potentially causing distraction.
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Electrical system failures including display screen freezing and audio issues
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe 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 · 0.5–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 36
Engine failures leading to stalling and unexpected shutdowns
2complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine stalls or unexpectedly shuts down, causing loss of control and potential accidents.
$4,000–$8,000est. engine replacement · 12–20 hrs laborGet local quotes - 37
Engine performance issues including stalling and misfires
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle and misfires, leading to difficulty in controlling the vehicle.
$200–$900est. ignition service (coils/plugs) · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 38
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Fuel Pump Failure
2complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe low-pressure fuel pump fails, causing the engine to stall at idle and during driving.
$500–$1,100est. fuel pump replacement · 2–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 39
Exterior Lighting Failure
2complaintsMedium severityOtherLED daytime running lights and tail lights fail or malfunction, leading to poor visibility and safety risks.
$100–$900est. lighting assembly repair · 0.5–2 hrs laborGet local quotes - 40
Forward Collision Avoidance System Malfunction
2complaintsSafety riskElectricalThe forward collision avoidance system malfunctions, potentially causing unintended braking and accidents.
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Instrument Cluster Malfunction
2complaintsMedium severityElectricalThe instrument cluster intermittently fails, causing inoperability of critical gauges and warning lights.
$300–$1,000est. instrument cluster repair/replacement · 1–3 hrs laborGet local quotes - 42
Power train issues causing unintended acceleration
2complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe vehicle accelerates unintentionally while in reverse, leading to potential crashes and damage.
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Structural failures due to improper modifications
2complaintsHigh severityOtherImproper modifications by third-party companies compromise the structural integrity of the vehicle, leading to hood and bumper failures.
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Suspension system failures leading to improper fitment of wheel wells
2complaintsLow severitySuspensionImproper 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 · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotes - 45
Transmission failure leading to random shifting and jerking
2complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission randomly shifts gears and jerks during operation, causing loss of control and potential accidents.
$2,500–$5,500est. transmission rebuild/replacement · 8–16 hrs laborGet local quotes - 46
Transmission issues leading to unexpected shifts and stalls
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission shifts unexpectedly to lower gears and then back up, causing the vehicle to lose speed and shutter.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 47
Transmission malfunction leading to harsh shifting and gear skipping
2complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission shifts harshly, misses gears, and lurches during shifts, leading to potential loss of control.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 48
Transmission Unexpected Shifts into Park
2complaintsMedium severityTransmissionThe transmission unexpectedly shifts from drive into park, displaying a hill start assist warning, without any fault being found.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotes - 49
Unintended Acceleration
2complaintsSafety riskOtherVehicle accelerates on its own, leading to loss of control and potential accidents.
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Visibility Issues
2complaintsMedium severityOtherWindshield wipers detach from the linkage pivot, causing loss of visibility and safety hazards during snow conditions.
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Wiper System Failure
2complaintsMedium severityOtherThe wiper system fails to operate, reducing visibility and increasing the risk of accidents in adverse weather conditions.
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Wiper system malfunctions leading to poor visibility
2complaintsLow severityOtherWipers fail to operate, reducing visibility during rainy conditions and causing confusion while using the navigation system.
Other years & sources
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.