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Transmission and drivetrainPart report

2022 Ford F-250 SD Transmission and drivetrain Problems

Complaints
22about this part
Share
17%of 127 total for the year
Median mileage
16,756miles
Trend
RisingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% higher than in the 3 years before.

NHTSA recorded 22 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2022 Ford F-250 SD, 17% of the 127 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 16,756 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“My truck since new would not go into drive or reverse sometimes it's under warranty, I took it to the ford dealer and they were able see the problem but stated in writing that nothing needs to be done just wait for it to engage the gear when I'm ready to drive the truck. Please help me if possible. Thank you”

NHTSA complaint #11605961, filed 2024-08

“Subject: Safety Recall 24V-957 – Loss of Power Risk – Dealer Mishandling I am filing a complaint regarding Ford recall 24V-957 (Ford reference 24S78) for my vehicle. The recall states the defect can cause: “Loss of driving power, increasing the risk of a crash” “Engine stall” “Loss of motive power while driving” My vehicle has shown symptoms consistent with these safety risks. When I brought the vehicle to the dealership: 1. …”

NHTSA complaint #11703727, filed 2025-12

“My vehicle has been at Ford of Harvey since 8/31/26. Dealer replaced ignition coil 8/18/26. Light and rough idle returned and the dealer determined a new engine would be needed. Dealer says Ford warranty only wants to replace cam shaft. Metal in oil was found and dealer has fought corporate warranty for over a month, ripping apart my engine. The fear is engine could seize at highway speeds as a result of internal damage.caused by circulating debris. Truck still sits at dealer.”

NHTSA complaint #11773738, filed 2026-10

“October 2024 (while out of state vacation): The transmission violently downshifted upon moderate acceleration such that truck lurched with a loud bang, went into limp safe mode in traffic, with no rear warning because brakes were not applied. I was able to shut the vehicle off and restart, and able to engage the transmission, though engagement remained harsh. No Check Engine Lights were illuminated. Upon return home, I got the truck to local dealer service center. They had the truck for a week and said they could not determine a cause or problem...no scanner codes recorded? …”

NHTSA complaint #11698339, filed 2025-11

“The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH in the center lane of a busy highway, the transmission suddenly malfunctioned and the vehicle abruptly decelerated. The contact was able to maneuver the vehicle to the shoulder. The contact stated that after turning off and restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated as needed. The contact indicated that the vehicle had experienced the failure on five separate occasions. …”

NHTSA complaint #11502855, filed 2023-01, 46,000 miles

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Transmission and drivetrain: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2026111%
2024718%
2023716%
20222217%
20212515%
20207729%
2019464%
2018164%
2017252%
2016145%
2015196%
201428%
2013210%
201235%
2011108%
201039%
200914%
200875%
200736%
200610%
2005165%
2004218%
20032011%
2002125%
20014516%
2000219%
1999239%
1997821%
1995111%

Other parts of the 2022 Ford F-250 SD

Fuel system
31 complaints
Electrical system
19 complaints
Engine
17 complaints
Other or unknown
17 complaints
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
11 complaints
Steering
8 complaints
Body and structure
8 complaints
Brakes
6 complaints
Tires
4 complaints
Air bags
3 complaints
Back-over prevention (rear camera)
3 complaints
Forward collision avoidance
3 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2022 Ford F-250 SD

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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