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2022 Ford F-150 Transmission Problems

From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.

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

160 owners have reported transmission problems on the 2022 Ford F-150, 27% of all complaints for this year and the most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 15,000–42,000 miles. 4 recalls cover this area.

160 complaints 27% of all 2022 complaints 29,000 miles typical

Which parts fail

The specific part named in each complaint.

Axle assembly 2
Automatic transmission 2
Differential unit 1

Mileage when it failed

Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (44 of 160). The amber line is the middle value.

When problems were reported

Transmission complaints by the year the problem happened.

Transmission complaints by F-150 year

2008 F-150 50
2009 F-150 33
2013 F-150 1,342
2018 F-150 1,014
2022 F-150 160
2024 F-150 58
2025 F-150 25

Related recalls

Axle hubs

Can stall

75-inch heavy duty axle with a 3/4 float axle design. The rear axle hub bolt may fatigue and break, which can result in damage to the axle hub splines. Damaged axle hub splines can result in a vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is in park without the parking brake applied or cause a loss of drive power. Both of these conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the left and right rear axle shaft assemblies, free of charge.

Recall 23V896000 · Dec 2023

Automatic transmission

The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK." The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge.

Recall 23V070000 · Feb 2023

Underbody shields, Driveshaft

Can stall

Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture. A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios increases the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft, as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge.

Recall 22V623000 · Aug 2022

Underbody shields, Driveshaft

Can stall

Underbody heat and noise insulators may loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture. A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge.

Recall 21V986000 · Dec 2021
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Other 2022 Ford F-150 problems

Common questions

What are common 2022 Ford F-150 transmission problems?

Complaints most often name the axle assembly, automatic transmission and differential unit.

At what mileage do 2022 Ford F-150 transmission problems happen?

Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 15,000–42,000 miles. The middle value is about 29,000 miles.

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

Yes: 23V896000, 23V070000, 22V623000, 21V986000. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if the work was done.

Which F-150 year has the most transmission complaints?

The 2013 F-150, with 1,342 complaints.

Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.