2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 13about this part
- Share
- 14%of 92 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 13 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV, 14% of the 92 complaints for this model year. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“without any prior indicators, truck lost power, could not exceed 2 mph either forward or reverse - battery malfunction - wasn't an emergency I had to go somewhere but if it was I would have been SOL as the vehicle is totally undriveable - dealer has it now for service - only 6 months old and under warranty - reading online F150 forums this is not a unique problem”
NHTSA complaint #11503166, filed 2023-01“During a long road trip my truck displayed a message stating that I had a Powertrain Malfunction/ Reduced Power. My truck, while driving, reduced itself to half power. It also would not charge. I was 3 states away from home when this happened. I took the vehicle to my Ford dealership once I was able to get it home. The technician simply cleared a code and said that the issue could not be replicated. Clearly there is an issue. I know several people with the same issue. Frankly, I don't think that I can trust my new truck a significant distance from my residence.”
NHTSA complaint #11565136, filed 2024-01“I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding the recurring battery faults in my Ford F150 Lightning 2022 vehicle. These faults pose serious concerns about the safety, reliability, and quality of this electric vehicle model. To address your inquiries: Component/System Failure: The high voltage battery system in my Ford F150 Lightning 2022 has repeatedly failed, leading to unexpected breakdowns. The availability for inspection can be arranged upon request. Safety Risks: The recurring battery faults have compromised both my safety and that of others. …”
NHTSA complaint #11527052, filed 2023-06“My wife was driving my daughter to school. While driving on the road, at 20 miles per hour, car dashboard displayed Powertrain Malfunction / Reduced Power and High-Voltage Battery Warning . Car immediately lost power. My wife quickly pulled the car to the road side. My wife noticed fluid started leaking underneath the car. The fluid leaked along side the battery tray platform. Photos and videos were taken to show the fluid leakage process. Called my car insurance company for road side assistance. The car was towed on a flatbed to the FORD dealership for repair. …”
NHTSA complaint #11540515, filed 2023-08“I have received High Voltage Battery Warnings on 3 separate occasions (5/5/24, 5/9/24, 7/14/24), each time being told to stop the vehicle as soon as possible. On each occasion, once the vehicle is stopped it is bricked and cannot be driven at all. Fortunately, each of the three times I was able to stop the vehicle in a safe place. However, if others are experiencing the same issue, they may not be able to stop in a safe place. Furthermore, Ford has failed twice to fix the High Voltage battery issue, and the vehicle is currently at the dealer trying to resolve the issue for a third time. …”
NHTSA complaint #11607395, filed 2024-08Related recalls
- 25V863000Dec 12, 2025Ford 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…Covers: Ford F-150 Lightning BEV 2022–2026, Mustang Mach E 2024–2026, Maverick 2025–2026
Related service bulletins
- 11036225Aug 11, 202625C69 Recall remedy - Updates the Secondary On-Board Diagnostic Module C to provide for release of the Integrated Park Module slider in the event a bind condition occurs allowing…
- 11033581May 5, 2026Certain 2022-2023 Model Year F-150 Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) Equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost Engine Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reprogramming/Catalytic Converter…
- 11019418Jun 2, 2025This article supersedes TSB 25-2155 to add labor time for F-150 Lightning. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following…
- 11000292May 9, 2024Some 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles may require module reprogramming in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) scan tool to certain powertrain modules (powertrain…
- 10226942Nov 23, 2022Some 2021-2022 F-150 3.5L PowerBoost and 2022 F-150 Lightning vehicles may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) indicator and stability-traction control indicator…
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
Other parts of the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV
35 complaintsExterior lighting
34 complaintsForward collision avoidance
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
10 complaintsOther or unknown
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsBrakes
2 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsBack-over prevention (rear camera)
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning BEV
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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