KnownCarProblems2022 Ford Ranger Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 37 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Ford Ranger, most often about the transmission (46% of complaints). It is 18th of 23 Ranger model years by number of complaints and has 5 recalls.
Most common 2022 Ford Ranger problems
Transmission
17 complaints · 46%The contact owns a 2022 Ford Ranger. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the contact heard a clicking sound coming from the rear of the vehicle, but no warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over on the side the roadway but found no failure with the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the…
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Ranger. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle was losing motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle revved but failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact came to a…
Electrical
8 complaints · 22%The contact owns a 2022 Ford Ranger. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle failed to start with the key in the ignition. The contact stated that the vehicle started after the battery was recharged. The contact was able to start the vehicle using the key instead of the key fob. The vehicle was…
Engine
6 complaints · 16%Visibility and wipers
3 complaints · 8%The contact owns a 2022 Ford Ranger. The contact stated while driving 2 MPH and exiting the driveway, the contact heard a loud bang coming from the vehicle. The contact stopped the vehicle and noticed that the rear windshield had fractured without impact. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The contact was informed…
Brakes
3 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: pedals and linkages.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that the brake pedal and accelerator pedal were too close together. While driving at various speeds, the contactâs foot slid off the brake pedal onto the accelerator pedal and the vehicle lunged forward. While reversing, the vehicle automatically backed up, but…
Speed control
3 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: accelerator pedal.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that the brake pedal and accelerator pedal were too close together. While driving at various speeds, the contactâs foot slid off the brake pedal onto the accelerator pedal and the vehicle lunged forward. While reversing, the vehicle automatically backed up, but…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2022 Ford Ranger recalls
Equipment: engine block heater
Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed december 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated september 2026. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25sa4. Vehicle identification
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 lincoln mkc, 2016-2023 explorer, 2019-2020 fusion, 2019-2024 ranger, 2020-2022 lincoln corsair, escape, 2021-2024 bronco, bronco sport, and 2022-2024 maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Backup camera: software
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed september 4, 2025. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25s72.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 transit connect, 2019-2020 mkz, mkx, edge, continental, f-150, nautilus, fusion, 2019-2023 ranger, mustang, 2020-2021 ecosport, expedition, navigator, 2020-2022 escape, f-250 sd, corsair, 2020-2023 aviator, transit, 2020-2024 explorer, 2021-2024 bronco sport, and 2022-2024 maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
Equipment: labels
Risk: An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will mail a new tread label to install over the existing label, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to take their vehicle to a ford or lincoln dealer to have the new label installed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed july 21, 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23c18.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 bronco, 2023 super duty f-250, and 2019-2023 ranger vehicles. The tire and loading information (tread) label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 110, "tire selection and rims."
Fuel system: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk: An improperly tightened fuel line connection may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of fire.
Fix: Ford will inspect and replace the fuel line assembly, if needed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed september 29, 2022. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22s60.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2022 explorer and ranger vehicles equipped with 2.3l engines. The fuel line may be loose due to improper tightening of the fuel line connection.
Visibility and wipers: windshield
Risk: A windshield that separates from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed july 18, 2022. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22c12.
Full defect summary
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2022 bronco and ranger vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 212, "windshield mounting."
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2022 Ford Ranger
- What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford Ranger?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: transmission (17 complaints); electrical (8 complaints); engine (6 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2022 Ford Ranger have?
- 5 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from October 10, 2025 (equipment). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2022 a bad year for the Ford Ranger?
- It is 18th of 23 Ranger model years by number of complaints, with 37 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.