repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
NewRisk. A camera that does not display a rearview image while reversing can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
2022 Ford TransitProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 39 owner complaints about the 2022 Ford Transit, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 16 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-339 the manufacturer reports only 45% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 12, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Ford Transit has problems
39 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
11Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
11Back over prevention1 crash/fire/injury
4Visibility/wiper
4Fuel/propulsion system
4Lane departure
3Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
3Power train1 crash/fire/injury
3Engine
2Visibility
44 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 11 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 11 | 1 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 4 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 3 | 1 |
| Power train | 3 | 1 |
| Engine | 3 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 0 |
| 4 other systems | 4 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
16 recalls
2022 Ford Transit recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Latch/anchor:
NewRisk. An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. An instrument panel that does not illuminate critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, can increase the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system
Risk. Loss of the ability to control the defrost or defog function decreases the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. A gasoline leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. Loss of the ability to control the defrost or defog function decreases the driver's visibility under certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q3
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A missing rearview camera image reduces the driver's visibility of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
Risk. Failure to illuminate the cluster display could render safety-related telltales and gauges unreadable, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q2
Other: labels
Risk. Missing tire information could lead to an incorrect tire or rim being installed, or incorrect tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. A camera that does not display a rearview image while reversing can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Back over prevention: display function
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image while reversing can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q3
Front: retractor
Risk. An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Best & worst years
2022 vs. every other Transit year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Transit median. How we score
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In owners' words
What Transit owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the instrument cluster went blank and the vehicle shut off, causing a loss of drive power. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road and restarted. The failure reoccurred four times. The vehicle was…
Safety Component Affected: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA Description of the Safety Defect: The rearview camera system on my 2022 Ford Transit fails completely, displaying either a distorted image, a completely blank blue screen, or a black screen when the vehicle is shifted into…
I’ve been dealing with some intermittent problems with my 2022 transit for a couple years now. Basically I’ll be driving on the highway and all the sudden I’ll lose gas control, and power braking and the dash displays a message that says “shift to neutral to restart vehicle”, battery icon flashes…
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