Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (automatic and manual transmissions, CVT, axles, driveshaft, 4WD/AWD).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2022 Ford F-150 Hybrid owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed and towing a camper, the vehicle made a shuddering sound and failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact was unsure what warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and the contact was informed that there was a recall related to the failure. The dealer replaced the rear axle hub and seals. The contact stated on another occasion while driving at an undisclosed speed, unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. …
On Sunday, [redacted], my truck spontaneously burst into flames while parked in my front yard. I had just returned from doing a number of errands. The truck had been running fine with no indications of a problem. I was outside tending to my smoker when I heard a sort of popping/crackling noise. I looked up at my truck approximately 40 feet away and saw flames shooting out from the engine bay through the hood gaps. I called 911 and attempted to douse the flames with a powder fire extinguisher with no luck. By the time the fire department arrived 15 minutes later or so, the truck was fully involved and burnt to the frame. I didn't smell gasoline during the initial startup, but a strong smell of burning wires. The concerns are of course for my safety and that of my family. It was just luck that the truck was parked in the front yard rather than next to my house where it's normally parked. …
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle independently accelerated, and the contact heard an abnormal sound. The contact stated that the transmission upshifted from third gear into fifth gear. The contact stated that occasionally while the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the low-voltage battery and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed hybrid EV battery pack. The contact was informed that the hybrid EV battery pack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to several dealers due to the persistent failure and the hybrid EV battery pack was replaced twice. The failure reoccurred. …
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stationary or down-shifting, there was a clicking sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal there was a clicking sound coming from the rear-end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed, and a repair was performed on the axle shaft and bolt assembly. Additionally, the rear-end of the vehicle was rebuilt. …
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH at midnight, there was an abnormally loud grinding and clunking sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact inspected the vehicle, but could not determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was towed to the nearest dealer, where it was diagnosed that the rear axle hub bolt had fractured, causing the rear axle to be damaged. The dealer determined that the rear axle assembly and the rear axle hub bolt needed to be replaced. Additionally, the dealer determined that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000(Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer sent a diagnostic report to the manufacturer and ordered the same parts for the repair. The vehicle was not repaired. …
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving out of the driveway, the vehicle jolted with a thud. The contact was able to be reversed. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer for tire replacement and the contact was informed that the axle bolts on the driver's and passenger's side of the vehicle had fractured. The contact was informed that the axle bolts needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 30,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 23V896000(Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various undisclosed speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal clicking sound. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 33,000. Parts distribution disconnect for NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000(Power Train). VIN tool confirms parts not available for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline).
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear axle bolt was faulty, and the rear axles needed to be replaced. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (POWER TRAIN); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle remained at the residence and had not been driven since. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from the transmission. The contact stated that the vehicle independently switched gear and would occasionally roll away. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the transmission was repaired, and other unknown repairs were performed; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F150. The contact stated that she took her vehicle to the dealer to be serviced and the dealer informed the contact that the passenger's side rear axle bolt had detached. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V128000 (Power Train). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 16,500.
Transmission complaints in other F-150 Hybrid years
Frequently asked questions
How common are transmission problems on the 2022 Ford F-150 Hybrid?
NHTSA has 76 complaints about the transmission & drivetrain of the 2022 Ford F-150 Hybrid, 35% of the model year's 215 complaints. The component named most often is axle assembly › axle shaft (2 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2022 Ford F-150 Hybrid transmission problems?
No. NHTSA lists no transmission & drivetrain recall for the 2022 Ford F-150 Hybrid. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2022 Ford F-150 Hybrid transmission problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 35,000 miles, and 30% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries to transmission & drivetrain problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.