Ford F-350 Complaints (2022)

114 consumer complaints on file.

#11642726February 14, 2025
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the transmission before the vehicle jerked while shifting from park(P) to drive(D). No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate, the transmission hesitated to shift briefly before accelerating and then functioned normally. The failure became regular. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the transmission. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure reoccurred 3 times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and remained at the dealer unrepaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and contact was referred to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 62,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11641545February 8, 2025
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
After the truck had been sitting in the driveway for a couple days I noticed a wet spot underneath the truck, I looked under the truck and noticed there was diesel on the fuel line and the top of the fuel tank was wet with diesel fuel.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11639881January 31, 2025
STEERING
violent shaking , wobbling of the steering wheel
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11638731January 27, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that there was a sulfur odor coming from the front end of the vehicle. After inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed white smoke coming from the batteries. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact replaced both batteries. The dealer was informed of the failures and confirmed that the batteries were not covered under warranty. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The manufacturer referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline to report the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11631381December 18, 2024
ENGINE, STEERING
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that there was fluid leaking from the front axle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the axle seal and barrier failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 174,739.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11629901December 10, 2024
STEERING:COLUMN
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while pulling into the driveway approximately 5-10 MPH, the steering wheel separated and fell into the contact's lap. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the steering column needed to be replaced; however, the part was on a national backorder. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered to partially pay for the replacement parts and for a rental. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11611770August 30, 2024
STEERING, SUSPENSION
Highway travel at approx 65mph, experienced a sudden violent uncontrollable steering wheel movement known as a death wobble. Uncontrollable steering wheel movement increased resulting in a reactionary driver hard breaking application to try and regain control of the vehicle steering WITHOUT checking rear view mirror for other motorists close behind. Speed dropped to approx 30-35mph before regaining control of steering. Fortunately no vehicles were following close behind or the affected vehicle and other highway occupants may have resulted in a crash caused by the uncontrollable vehicle and sudden breaking. Components/systems involved include front suspension/steering. Dealer #1 stated vehicle was inspected and found no abnormal wear or damage, all specs within limits. Dealer #2 found steering damper depleted requiring replacement (warranty covered), and front end alignment found out of specifications requiring addition parts installed at owner cost ($787), all while under warranty at approx 19000mi at time of occurrence. No prior symptoms or indications. One owner/driver vehicle since new. Incident occurred without warning and immediate unsafe driving conditions occured. Trip continued for approx 1000mi without further incident until inspected by 2 Ford dealerships until some sort of corrective action applied.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11604638July 26, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
While driving above 6mph, my truck is supposed to have 4 rear facing camera views available per the owners manual, normal rear view, bed camera, hitch view and trailer auxiliary view. Only 2 of the cameras work as described. It has been at the dealer several times, about 3 weeks total and Ford engineering was involved in the repair attempt. At first the engineer said it should work as described in the owners manual then after 2 weeks at the dealer now they're saying because it did not work when the truck was new that its normal. This is a safety concern because I cannot check the hitch view while driving, the bed camera works so you can check a fifth wheel hitch while driving but not a bumper pull. I have contacted Ford and my case number is CXH-02221093-H2Y9Q4.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11604776July 26, 2024
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that while hauling a trailer, the brakes failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who updated and replaced the Auxiliary Power Interface Module (APIM) several times. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. Additionally, the radio turned on without driver interaction. The contact stated that the Forward Collision Avoidance system and the mirrors were turning on and off, the crash alert was engaged, and the brake was applied without driver input. The steering wheel was vibrating. The manufacturer was contacted and declined a buyback of the vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 100.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11603997July 23, 2024
STRUCTURE
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that while driving during a rainstorm, rainwater leaked in from the rear window into the rear cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure was due to a faulty rear window seal. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The local dealer was not contacted regarding the failure. The failure mileage was 50,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11592629June 5, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE
I had a trailer hooked to my truck. while driving down the road the tailgate came down by it's self. not knoing it was down there was damage to the tailgate $4,400.00 worth risk is not being able to turn.ford in baraboo wi looked at as well as my insurance. no warning lamps or message came on
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11592630June 5, 2024
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
the ac compressor went out and national back order this has been a problem for years
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11590579May 24, 2024
STEERING
When I drive over 75 miles per hour my steering wheel starts to wobble violently.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11589730May 20, 2024
STRUCTURE, STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that while hauling a horse trailer and driving approximately 65 MPH, the rear tailgate door erroneously opened. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 25,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11571857February 14, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while starting the vehicle with the brake pedal depressed, the RPM rose to the RED line. The contact turned off the vehicle and then restarted the vehicle made sure that the accelerator pedal was not depressed. After restarting the vehicle with the brake pedal depressed, the RPMs increased immediately, and the vehicle lunged forward. The contact placed the vehicle into drive which had caused the RPMs to immediately decrease. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure due to not being able to duplicate the failure. The dealer did not have the diesel mechanic-certified staff needed to repair the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired. The vehicle was towed to another dealer who had the diesel mechanic-certified staff needed for the repair. The second dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle had not been repaired due to an aftermarket air intake. The manufacturer had not been made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 7,420.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11568939January 31, 2024
STEERING
Driving down the highway, I noticed my steering wheel was loose. As I continued driving the steering wheel became more loose. It was difficult to steer, I had to hold the steering wheel tight to the column in order to keep control. I was 2 miles from home when it became this bad. I slowed downand was able to manuever into the driveway. I had the truck towed to Caskinette Ford in Carthage, NY. I am awaiting information on what part failed and allowed the steering wheel to become loose. I am lucky I was able to maintain the vehicle in the lane and was not towing at this time. I could have easily lost control and been in a serious situation with myself, my family, and other vehicles on the roadway. There were no warning lamps of any kind. There was no symptom prior to failure, it just happened going down the road.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11560031December 14, 2023
ENGINE
I purchased this truck brand new in August 2022. I have performed routine preventive maintenance on it as prescribed by the manufacturer. (FORD) At just over 96,000 miles and just days after a professional oil change service, the truck began to misfire and the check engine light came on. I took it to the dealer that i purchased it from and they diagnosed a lifter and cam shaft failure. (A delamination problem.) I've researched it online and have discovered that it is a pretty common issue with this relatively new engine. I've contacted Ford consumer affairs and filed a complaint and as of yesterday Dec 14, 2023 they finally got an answer for me. They are offering to pay $5400.00 of a almost $15,000 repair. I cannot afford this! I take their offer as an admission of liabilty and that they know of the problem. As common as this is becoming I believe there should be a recall on this 7.3 litre gas engine. One blogger on the internet estimates that about 20,000 of these engines have had this same issue already. (So far) I believe it to be a defect in the parts and not a lubrication issue because its happening in different cylinders. Mine is cylinder #2. I know for a fact that this engine is being used in motor homes and RVs that won't have the 30 to 50 thousand miles on them to make this problem show itself for probably several years. Google; "Ford 7.3L problems" or "Ford 7.3L lifter and cam issues" and see for yourself what I have read. I use this truck to make a living, I paid $60,000.00 for it and expected it to last over 300,000 miles. I tried to upload photos and emails but it wouldn't allow me to. Please help!
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11558915December 7, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, VISIBILITY/WIPER
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Transfer case shift motor failure, transmission slipping in 3,2,1 gear and when accelerating from 7-8 gear. Electronics on dash have gone out while driving multiple times. Tailgate opened up while driving multiple times. Trailer brake. Drivers side faulty window (glass) fracture across entire window when not moving. Yes, all can be inspected or paper work reviewed for repairs complete. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Could not use 4 wheel drive in icy/snowy conditions to get to destination. Transmission slipping caused my foot to come off brake pedal and immediately had to reengage brake pedal due to the force of the transmission slipping (like the transmission was falling out from under the truck), nearly hitting the car in front of me on both occasions. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? Yes. All issues have been confirmed by local Ford dealer and fixed by certified Ford mechanic, but once issue is repaired, the electronics issues and transmission issue continue to arise (exact same issues). Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Yes, by the dealership (Ford representatives). Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear? No, no warning signs for any of the defects other than a letter for the tailgate recall, brake recall and wiper recall.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551528October 24, 2023
STEERING, SUSPENSION
Well, driving truck at speeds of 60 mph developed wobble. After slowing down wobble went away after about a 10th of a mile. Incident does not happen when I travel under 50 mph. Has happened several times. I researched this topic on Internet and Ford claims to fix this problem in the year 2020. They claim vehicles after that year will not have this.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11548453October 5, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Trailer brakes continuously go out on multiple trailers with an associated right turn lamp fault. There was a related recall but did not cover all of the vehicles this is happening to. Manufacturer Recall Number: 22S17 NHTSA Recall Number: 22v193
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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