2022 Ford Ranger recalls

5 safety recalls, 76 owner complaints and a 4-star NHTSA crash rating. Official NHTSA data.

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5Recalls
76Complaints
2Crashes & fires reported
4/5NHTSA overall rating

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2022 Ford Ranger recall list

Equipment recall

25V-685
October 10, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
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.
Safety risk
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
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 December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.

Back Over Prevention recall

25V-442
June 27, 2025 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
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.
Safety 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.
Remedy
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.

Equipment recall

23V-379
May 26, 2023 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
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."
Safety risk
An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.

Fuel System, Gasoline recall

22V-685
September 14, 2022 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
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.
Safety risk
An improperly tightened fuel line connection may result in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of fire.
Remedy
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.

Visibility recall

22V-451
June 24, 2022 · Ford Motor Company
Problem
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."
Safety risk
A windshield that separates from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
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.

2022 Ford Ranger owner complaints

76 complaints filed with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 0 fires, 198 injuries and 0 deaths.

Problems by component

Power Train34
Electrical System18
Engine12
Vehicle Speed Control6
Seats4
Visibility/Wiper4
Exterior Lighting4
Service Brakes4
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Engine and Engine Cooling2

Recent complaints

October 22, 2026Electrical SystemEngine

A recall for a block heater was active. They removed the part and they never call back to install the new part. As of now my truck does not have an engine block heater. I emailed and called them and no answers from them. The Sheehy ford at Gaithersburg.

July 29, 2026Power Train

Vehicle was placed into Ford’s Neutral Tow mode according to the owner’s manual before being recreationally towed behind a motorhome. The instrument cluster displayed Ford’s confirmation that Neutral Tow was enabled and the vehicle was ready for four-wheel-down towing. The transmission failure occurred during the second day of towing. After highway travel, the transmission severely overheated, expelled transmission fluid and lost all ability to move in forward or reverse. Diagnostic code P0218, transmission over-temperature, was present. Neutral Tow was no longer enabled when the vehicle was subsequently checked. The Ford dealer states that the vehicle does not retain logs confirming whether

July 6, 2026Power Train

Transmission. Total mechanical failure. TSB. 23-2250 TBS 24-2101 TBS. 25-2134. Transmission fluid was replaced at 83709. Replaced at 104263. Factory schedule 150000. Ford is aware they are selling a product that has Factory mechanical issues.

April 22, 2026Power Train

Complete transmission failure with normal driving use just outside of warranty

February 2, 2026Electrical SystemEngine

What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Inspection available if needed. The ignition coils and spark plugs failed due to Ford’s negligence to provide an engine cover. Water has gotten in to the engine and caused these systems to fail How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The engine violently shakes and causes you to lose speed. I was going 20 under the limit on the highway due to this and could have caused an accident. The vehicle felt as if it was shutting off and I got off at the next available exit. It placed my family at risk and others as it could have caused a bad accident if someone would have rear ended me

2022 Ford Ranger crash test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2022 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 4WD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2022 Ford Ranger Super Cab PU/EC 2WD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2022 Ford Ranger Super Crew PU/CC 4WD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2022 Ford Ranger Super Crew PU/CC 2WD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

Driver aids on the tested 2022 Ford Ranger: electronic stability control standard, forward collision warning standard, lane departure warning optional. Rollover risk: 25.6%.

2022 Ford Ranger recall FAQ

Does the 2022 Ford Ranger have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2022 Ford Ranger. The most recent, filed October 10, 2025, concerns the equipment.

What are the most common 2022 Ford Ranger problems?

Owners have filed 76 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported area is power train (34 reports), followed by electrical system.

Is the 2022 Ford Ranger safe?

The 2022 Ford Ranger earned up to a 4-star overall safety rating in NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program crash tests.

How do I get a recall fixed on my 2022 Ford Ranger?

Contact any authorized Ford dealer. Recall repairs are free, even if you are not the original owner or the warranty has expired.

This page combines NHTSA records for: Ranger Super Cab, Ranger Super Crew.