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Ford F-150 Lightning Bev problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every F-150 Lightning Bev from 2022 to 2026: 242 owner complaints and 28 recalls across 5 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2023 (112), 2022 (92), 2024 (30).

Ford F-150 Lightning Bev
Photo: Matti Blume · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical108
Exterior lights62
Transmission & drivetrain36
Other / unknown35
Speed control / throttle33
Forward collision avoidance27
Brakes25
Fuel & propulsion11

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
2022992–
202311112–
2024430–
202538–
202610–

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Ford F-150 Lightning Bev?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2023 (112), 2022 (92), 2024 (30).

How many recalls has the Ford F-150 Lightning Bev had?

Across 2022–2026, NHTSA lists 28 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).