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2022 Ford E-450 Super Duty

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2022 E-450 Super Duty.

The 2022 Ford E-450 Super Duty is a heavy-duty Ford model whose routine engine-oil service calls for 8.0 quarts of 5W-30. Reliability data for this model year is relatively light, with 13 owner complaints and 3 recalls on file, and the most common complaint area centers on steering and the hydraulic service brakes. That low complaint volume and focused issue pattern place the 2022 model year among the calmer entries in the E-450 Super Duty’s reliability history, though the steering and brake reports still warrant close scrutiny.

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity8.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-30OEM · verified

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 8.0 qt of 5W-30 engine oil, SAE 80W in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidMERCON® LV Automatic Transmission Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity17.1
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilSAE 80W
Differential Gear Oil Capacity6.64 qt
Engine Coolant Capacity20.3
Engine OilSAE 5W · Synthetic
Engine Oil Capacity8.0 qt

Engine torques

Cylinder Head InstructionsUse new bolts only.
Cylinder Head StepsBolts 1-10: Step 1:

Ignition

Spark Plug ManufacturerMotorcraft
Spark Plug Gap0.051" in
Spark Plug Torque11.0 ft-lbs

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Oil GroupPAG
Oil TypeYN-12-D

Service checks

Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum55.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum60.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Minimum51.0 psi
Fuel Pump Pressure Maximum62.0 psi

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
166.0 ft. lbs., Step 2: Loosen 360°, Step 3: 129.0 ft. lbs., Step 4: 150°66 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 10,000 mi; spark plugs every 97,500 mi; coolant at 200,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 200,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miTire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 10,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 15,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Linings (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · Driveshaft (inspect) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect)
Every 30,000 miDrive Axle Assembly Mounting Bolts (torque) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 60,000 miWheel Bearing (repack)
Every 97,500 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 105,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)
At 200,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

Owner complaints about the 2022 Ford E-450 Super Duty dominate in one area — the steering,service brakes, hydraulic, 5 of 13 reports (38%), well ahead of the next concern. That matters, because the steering,service brakes, hydraulic are also the target of recall 22V-089 on this vehicle — so the single most useful check before buying or servicing one is confirming it was actually performed. 0 of the reports describe a crash and 0 a fire — a small share of the total, but worth weighing against the steering,service brakes, hydraulic pattern above. These are tallies of what owners actually reported to the federal government, not an editorial score — and higher-selling models naturally rack up more reports.

3
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
34
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
13
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 13 complaints on record, top 7 components.

Steering,Service Brakes, Hydraulic5
Air Bags2
Steering,Service Brakes2
Engine1
Unknown Or Other1
Engine,Steering1
Steering1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 3 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V089000Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Hose, Piping, And ConnectionsReported 16/02/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 E-350 and E-450 vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. An inadequate connection between the power steering pressure line and the brake Hydroboost unit may… Remedy: Dealers will inspect the connection between the power steering lines and the Hydroboost unit, and replace the power steering lines, as necessary, free of charge. Owner…

22V925000Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank AssemblyReported 14/12/2022

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 E-350, E-450, and 2021-2022 F-59 vehicles. The paint along the weld seam of the fuel tank may peel and lead to corrosion of the exposed metal, which can result in… Remedy: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and replace, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 34 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
TSB 26-22562026-06-19Unknown Or OtherThis article supersedes TSB 25-2572 to update the Parts List to correct the part number…
SSM 546012026-02-23Electrical SystemFord and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory…
TSB 25-25722025-11-26Power TrainThis article supersedes TSB 25-2322 to update the Service Procedure, Labor Operations and…
SSM 543632025-11-10Power TrainSome 2021-2025 Expedition/Navigator/F-150/F-Super Duty/F-53 Motorhome/F59 Commercial…
SSM 543382025-10-29Power TrainSome 2021-2025 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L/5.2L engine, 2021-2025 F-Super…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2022 E-450 Super Duty take?

8.0 qt of Motorcraft® SAE 5W-30 Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or equivalent, per the factory manual.

Does the 2022 E-450 Super Duty have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.