2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 87 |
| 2023 | 103 |
| 2024 | 24 |
| 2025 | 5 |
| 2026 | 0 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
37% of complaints: exterior lighting — 32 distinct reports on file.
31% of complaints: electrical system — 27 distinct reports on file.
INJURYShow complaint excerpts
I get into the truck and push the start button, a very loud explosive ear piercing sound comes out of every speaker at full volume.
NHTSA ODI report, 20221121
15% of complaints: power train — 13 distinct reports on file.
8% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 7 distinct reports on file.
CRASH7% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 6 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
My 2022 F150 Lightning was involved in a 3 car collision on Interstate 80. Three safety components of the pickup truck did not engage in preventing the accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231023
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 BEV vehicles equipped with 20" or 22" all season tires. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light may not illuminate as intended, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure.
Remedy: The body control module (BCM) software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 20, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 22V453000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150 BEV vehicles. The rear lightbar may have microcracks in the outer lens that allows moisture to accumulate, which can result in inoperative or flickering reverse lights.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear lightbar, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 9, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S30.
Campaign 23V418000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles. The SYNC software may fail to activate the electronic stability control (ESC) system at the beginning of each ignition cycle.
Remedy: The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 21, 2023.
Campaign 23V801000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair the busbar fasteners and replace any damaged components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 21, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 25V272000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V801.
Remedy: Dealers will update the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C15.
Campaign 25V313000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2024 F-150 Lightning battery electric vehicles. A manufacturing defect in the high voltage battery cells may result in an internal short circuit.
Remedy: Owners are advised to only charge their vehicles to a maximum of 80% battery capacity until the repair has been completed. Dealers will inspect and replace the high voltage battery array as necessary, free of charge.
Campaign 25V131000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 F-150 Lightning BEV vehicles equipped with 20" or 22" all season tires that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V-453.
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C20.
Campaign 25V340000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 F-150 Lightning BEV, 2024-2026 Mustang Mach-E, and 2025-2026 Maverick vehicles. The integrated park module may fail to lock into the park position when the driver shifts into park.
Remedy: The park module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C69.
Campaign 25V863000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning BEV vehicles previously repaired under recall number 23V418.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rear lightbar and fasteners as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB6.
Campaign 25V731000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (32 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (27 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (13 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 22V453000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V418000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 23V801000 (electronic stability control (esc)) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V272000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V313000 (electronic stability control (esc)) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V131000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V340000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V863000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V731000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV?
The most-reported component is exterior lighting, accounting for 37% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV have?
9 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.