2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV recalls and problems

9 recalls and 92 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV.

9
recalls
92
owner complaints
4
complaints mentioning a crash
0
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV recalls

Power train: automatic transmission, internal, park pawl

NHTSA campaign 25V863000 · reported December 12, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 272,645 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 114, "Theft Protection and Rollaway Prevention."
The risk
A loss of park function can allow the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 26, 2026.

Exterior lighting

NHTSA campaign 25V731000 · reported October 24, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 14,843 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning BEV vehicles previously repaired under recall number 23V418. The rear lightbar may have microcracks in the outer lens that allows moisture to accumulate, which can result in inoperative or flickering reverse lights.
The risk
Inoperative or flickering reverse lights may not alert other driver's that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The fix
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. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 29, 2025.

Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems

NHTSA campaign 25V340000 · reported May 23, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 197 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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. The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) light may not illuminate as intended, failing to warn the driver of low tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
The risk
Low tire pressure can lead to poor vehicle handling and a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.

Electronic stability control (ESC)

NHTSA campaign 25V313000 · reported May 9, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 6 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V801. The SYNC software may fail to activate the electronic stability control (ESC) system at the beginning of each ignition cycle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
The risk
Failure to reset the ESC to active may result in the driver unknowingly operating the vehicle without electronic stability control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery

NHTSA campaign 25V272000 · reported April 23, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 3 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles. The fasteners that secure the junction box bus bars inside the high-voltage battery pack may not have been tightened securely, which can cause electrical arcing at the busbars.
The risk
Electrical arcing increases the risk of a fire. In addition, a loss of drive power may occur, which can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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. Ford's number for this recall is 24S11. This recall expands previous recall number 24V-144.

Electrical system: propulsion system, traction battery

NHTSA campaign 25V131000 · reported February 28, 2025 · Ford Motor Company · 950 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
A battery short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
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. 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 25S18.

Electronic stability control (ESC)

NHTSA campaign 23V801000 · reported November 28, 2023 · Ford Motor Company · 5,118 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 126, "Electronic Stability Control Systems."
The risk
Failure to reset the ESC to active may result in the driver unknowingly operating the vehicle without electronic stability control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C38.

Exterior lighting

NHTSA campaign 23V418000 · reported June 9, 2023 · Ford Motor Company · 16,375 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
Inoperative or flickering reverse lights may not alert other driver's that the vehicle is reversing, increasing the risk of injury or crash.
The fix
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.

Tires: pressure monitoring and regulating systems

NHTSA campaign 22V453000 · reported June 24, 2022 · Ford Motor Company · 2,666 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 138, "Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems."
The risk
Low tire pressure can lead to poor vehicle handling and a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
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. Ford's number for this recall is 22C15.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Oct 1, 2026 · Exterior lighting

Rear taillight on passenger side is cracking just like the previous recall on the tailgate light

Sep 11, 2026 · Exterior lighting

REVERSING LAMP does not work, rear brake lights flicker; dealer could not fix due to lack of parts, I have been waiting over a month still no parts to fix; recall is from OCT 29, 2025!

Aug 21, 2026 · Electrical system

Main cluster display not working. Remainder of displays, accessories and truck works as normal

Aug 19, 2026 · Electrical system

Back up camera not working

Jul 20, 2026 · Electrical system

The forward dash instrument panel is completely out. Unable to see miles per hour, charge settings, odometer, cruise control etc. Completely blank.

F-150 Lightning BEV model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2022 99240
2023 1111382
2024 43151
2025 3941

Across all years, the 2023 F-150 Lightning BEV has the most complaints (113). All Ford F-150 Lightning BEV years →

Questions

Does the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 recalls for the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV, the most recent reported on December 12, 2025 (Power train: automatic transmission, internal, park pawl). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV?
Owners have filed 92 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is electrical system (35 complaints), followed by exterior lighting (34).
How many 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV complaints mention a crash or fire?
4 of 92 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 2 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 1, 2026.