2022 Ford F-150 Recall: Wheel Lug Nuts
Ford has issued a recall for certain 2022 F-150 Raptor Series trucks equipped with 37-inch tires. The recall, identified as NHTSA 22V675000, addresses a critical safety concern where improperly tightened wheel lug nuts could cause a wheel to separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Why this matters
This 2022 Ford F-150 recall addresses a serious safety concern. If the wheel lug nuts are not properly tightened, they can loosen over time. This condition significantly increases the risk of a wheel separating from the vehicle while driving, which could lead to a loss of control and a crash.
What's being recalled
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2022 F-150 Raptor Series vehicles. Specifically, this recall affects trucks that are equipped with 37-inch tires. The underlying issue is that the lug nuts on the wheels may have been incorrectly tightened during assembly or service.
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Ford has already begun notifying owners of affected vehicles. Owner notification letters were mailed starting September 26, 2022. If you own a 2022 F-150 Raptor Series with 37-inch tires and have concerns, you can contact Ford customer service directly at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's internal number for this recall is 22S59.
Manufacturer's remedy
Ford dealers will inspect the wheel lug nuts on affected vehicles. They will tighten or replace the wheel lug nuts as necessary, ensuring they meet proper specifications. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner.
What owners should know
Owners can also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov for more information regarding this 2022 Ford F-150 recall.
Source: NHTSA ID: 22V675000
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which specific Ford F-150 models are affected by this recall?
- This recall specifically impacts certain 2022 Ford F-150 Raptor Series vehicles that are equipped with 37-inch tires.
- What is the potential safety risk associated with the wheel lug nuts?
- The primary safety risk is that incorrectly tightened wheel lug nuts can loosen, potentially causing a wheel to separate from the vehicle. This significantly increases the risk of a crash.
- How will Ford fix the issue, and will it cost me anything?
- Ford dealers will inspect and either tighten or replace the wheel lug nuts as needed. This repair will be performed free of charge to the owner.
- What is the Ford recall number for this issue?
- The Ford internal recall number for this issue is 22S59. The NHTSA campaign number is 22V675000.
What Ford F-150 owners report
Counted from the records in our database across 46 model years.
- 39,812
- Owner complaints
- 226
- Recalls
- 2,759
- Service bulletins
- 1,679
- Crashes reported
- 2,104
- Fires reported
- 1,496
- Injuries reported
The 2022 model year
911 complaints, the 18th most of 46 model years on file. Owners reported 28 crashes, 10 fires and 40 injuries for this year, which also has 32 recalls on file.
Wheels, the system this article covers, accounts for 734 of 39,812 complaints (2%), including 21 for 2022.
Complaints by model year
| 1997 | 2,758 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 2,029 | |
| 2011 | 2,194 | |
| 2012 | 1,784 | |
| 2013 | 2,994 | |
| 2014 | 1,539 | |
| 2015 | 1,746 | |
| 2016 | 2,093 | |
| 2018 | 2,327 | |
| 2022 | 911 |
Most-reported systems
- Power Train — 9,483
- Engine — 4,618
- Electrical System — 4,362
- Service Brakes — 3,838
- Vehicle Speed Control — 2,924
Latest recalls for the 2022 model year
- 26V489000 — Back Over Prevention (Jul 2026)
- 26V104000 — Electrical System (Feb 2026)
- 25V863000 — Power Train (Dec 2025)
Recent owner reports about wheels
Rear axle bolt fell off and then car stopped being able to move. Axle spins no movement. I was driving while this was happening on a very busy road.. Thankfully I was able to stop in the middle of the road but not able to pull over.
Read owner complaints →Recall # 23V896 was sent to me on January 2024 and 14 months later still no parts available for the repair. Risk are the vehicle may roll in park and lose power while driving.
Complaints are owner reports filed with NHTSA. They are unverified, and counts depend on how many vehicles were sold, so they are not a failure rate.
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