2022 Ford F-150 Electrical Problems

125 owners have reported electrical system problems with the 2022 Ford F-150 to NHTSA — 21% of all 598 complaints for this model year. The typical failure happened around 20,000 miles. That ranks #14 of 32 F-150 model years for electrical complaints (a typical year has 99). 2 related recalls have been issued.

125complaints
20ktypical miles
2related recalls
1crashes
0fires
10injuries

Which parts fail

  • Instrument cluster/panel
    5
  • Integrated trailer brake control
    1
  • 12V/24V/48V battery
    1
  • Ignition › Anti-theft › Immobilizer/proximity › Sensor
    1
  • Instrument panel › Speedometer/odometer
    1

Components named in complaints (battery, alternator, wiring, ignition, instrument cluster, infotainment).

Mileage when the problem started

  • Under 25k
    1260%
  • 25k–50k
    735%
  • 50k–75k
    00%
  • 75k–100k
    00%
  • 100k–150k
    15%
  • 150k+
    00%

Owner reports

Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2022 Ford F-150 owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway and attempting to start the vehicle, the brake pedal was pumped approximately four times and the contact pressed the push-to-start button, but the vehicle failed to start. Additionally, there was an unintended activation of the electric parking brake. The contact stated that the battery seemed to be completely discharged. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V509000 (Parking Brake); however, the VIN was not included. The local dealer mobile service technician arrived at the residence and jumpstarted the vehicle, and the technician was able to disengage the electric parking brake. …

25,000 miles · Jul 2025

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on several occasions, the vehicle experienced a temporary loss of motive power while accelerating and turning. The contact stated that the failure was a recurring failure, and the contact needed to maintain a fuel level above half tank. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it passed the State Inspection, and the contact was advised to wait until the recall part was available for the repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. …

20,000 miles · Jan 2025

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention), 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), and 26V104000 (Electrical System, Exterior Lighting); however, the parts for the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available for the recall repairs. The dealer attempted to complete the software update of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the update failed and caused the engine failure. The dealer and manufacturer had not been able to correct the issue. The vehicle remained with the dealer for one week. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue by the dealer; however, the contact was unable to speak with a representative. …

17,000 miles · May 2025

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150 Hybrid. The contact stated that after depressing the recirculate button to recycle the air in the vehicle due to allergies, the recirculate system was activated temporarily. The contact stated that allergens were entering the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure caused him to become distracted by allergies and to be distracted while reaching out to the recirculate button again, nearly causing the vehicle to veer off the road. The contact stated that the recirculating system only activated for up to 10 minutes when engaged. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was advised that there was no fix for the failure because the recirculating system was operating as designed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,000. The VIN was not available.

6,000 miles · Sep 2022

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, the vehicle started without the key fob on three occasions. There were no warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the hood cover was missing when the vehicle was purchased. The contact purchased carbon pouches for the key fob and verified the vehicle did not start. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the failure was due to an unknown program. The dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was not manufactured with a hood cover. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The contact stated that the manufacturer was aware of the kind of failure that the vehicle had experienced. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.

12,000 miles · Sep 2023

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55-65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The check engine and battery warning lights were illuminated. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, and the failure was associated with the recall and a diagnostic trouble code related to the ECM reprogramming for the fuel system. The vehicle was towed to the local Ford dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle with a fuel system failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 29,043.

29,000 miles · Jul 2026

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 55-60 MPH, the instrument cluster intermittently went blank. Additionally, the rearview camera intermittently froze or displayed a blank image while reversing. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the transmission was slipping, and the transmission slammed into gear after the correct gear was recognized. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the instrument cluster was reprogrammed, and the rear pinion seal was replaced. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,400.

Instrument cluster/panel · 35,000 miles · Jan 2025

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, he became aware that the interior lights were not functioning as needed. The contact also stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, the high beam headlights were inoperable, even though the indicator light was illuminated. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle returned to normal functionality; however, the failure had become a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 12,000.

12,000 miles · Jun 2022

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the parking brake independently activated with the brake warning light and "Parking Brake Engaged," and "Collision Alert" messages displayed. The vehicle had been taken to the dealer on several occasions where they vehicle was serviced under warranty; however, the failure returned soon after repair. Additionally, the contact stated that the "Front Camera Fault" and "Trailer Detached" messages intermittently appeared on the instrument panel. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 20,000.

20,000 miles · Sep 2022

The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after initially starting the vehicle and driving uphill out of the driveway at approximately 5-10 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The failure was self-corrected immediately after the failure. While driving approximately 30-35 MPH, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and it was confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to file a complaint. The approximate failure mileage was 28,000.

28,000 miles · Nov 2023

Related recalls

Electrical system › Integrated trailer brake control

NHTSA recall 25V-132 · Feb 28, 2025 · 10,952 vehicles

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.

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.

Electrical system › Integrated trailer brake control

NHTSA recall 22V-193 · Mar 25, 2022 · 391,836 vehicles

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.

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.

Electrical complaints in other F-150 years

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Electrical complaints per model year, Ford F-150.

Frequently asked questions

How common are electrical problems on the 2022 Ford F-150?

NHTSA has 125 complaints about the electrical system of the 2022 Ford F-150, 21% of the model year's 598 complaints. The component named most often is instrument cluster/panel (5 mentions).

Is there a recall for 2022 Ford F-150 electrical problems?

Yes — NHTSA recall 25V-132 (integrated trailer brake control, Feb 28, 2025); NHTSA recall 22V-193 (integrated trailer brake control, Mar 25, 2022). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

At what mileage do 2022 Ford F-150 electrical problems start?

Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 20,000 miles, and 60% before 25,000 miles.

Is it dangerous?

Owners linked 1 crash, 0 fires and 10 injuries to electrical system 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.