C0022 — Brake Booster Solenoid

Q: "Can I drive with this code?"

"It depends on the severity. If the vehicle runs normally, short trips are usually OK. If you notice performance issues, drivability problems, or warning lights beyond the check engine light, get it checked soon."

Q: "Will this code clear itself?"

"Some codes clear automatically after the underlying issue is fixed and several drive cycles pass. But the root cause must be addressed first."

Q: "How do I find the exact cause?"

"A code alone doesn't pinpoint the failed part. You need a diagnostic scan ($50-150 at most shops) that reads freeze frame data and live sensor readings to identify the specific component."

What Does C0022 Mean?

C0022 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Brake Booster Solenoid. This code relates to the chassis system. It has been reported in NHTSA complaints across 1 different vehicle models.

Symptoms of C0022

⚠️ Traction control system activated
⚠️ ABS warning light on

C0022 Reports by Year

2015

2

2016

1

Real Owner Reports

From NHTSA complaint database — actual owner descriptions.

"AT LEAST THREE TIMES ON SEPARATE OCCASIONS, ABS WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON AND ENGAGED SUDDENLY WHILE THERE WAS A LOSS OF BRAKING POWER. BRAKES WERE SPONGY AND COULD BARELY STOP THE CAR. TROUBLE CODES C00002 C0022, C1012, U0415 AND U30000 CODES SHOWED. MY MECHANICS CHECKED MY MECHANICAL BRAKE SYSTEMS"
— Ford Fusion owner, 10/17/2016

"TEMPERATURE WAS -3 DEG F. STARTED CAR FROM BEING COLD OVERNIGHT. LET ENGINE RUN NO MORE THAN 3 MINUTES PRIOR TO BACKING OUT OF DRIVE WAY. MADE TWO SUCCESSFUL STOPS. DROVE 3/8 MILE FROM LAST STOP WHILE TRAVELING AT 30 MPH. SLOWED TO MAKE RIGHT TURN ON DESIRED STREET BECAUSE TRAFFIC LIGHT WAS GRE"
— Ford Fusion owner, 02/16/2015

"THIS IS 2ND OF 3 COMPLAINTS BECAUSE THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER THREE TIMES FOR THREE INCIDENTS WITH SAME SYMPTOMS. TEMPERATURE WAS -3 DEG F EXACTLY AS WAS ON THE PREVIOUS COMPLAINT. STARTED CAR FROM BEING COLD OVERNIGHT. LET ENGINE RUN NO MORE THAN 3 MINUTES PRIOR TO BACKING OUT OF DRIVE WAY"
— Ford Fusion owner, 02/23/2015

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

Most Reported Vehicles for C0022

Based on NHTSA owner complaint data.

#	Vehicle	Reports
1	FORD FUSION

C0022 Reports by Vehicle

Detailed NHTSA complaint analysis for each vehicle model.

FORD FUSION

3 NHTSA reports · Peak: 2012, 2011

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I drive with this code?

It depends on the severity. If the vehicle runs normally, short trips are usually OK. If you notice performance issues, drivability problems, or warning lights beyond the check engine light, get it checked soon.

Will this code clear itself?

Some codes clear automatically after the underlying issue is fixed and several drive cycles pass. But the root cause must be addressed first.

How do I find the exact cause?

A code alone doesn't pinpoint the failed part. You need a diagnostic scan ($50-150 at most shops) that reads freeze frame data and live sensor readings to identify the specific component.

What To Do Next

Possible Fixes

🔧 Have the code scanned with a professional-grade scanner to read freeze frame data
🔧 If DIY repair isn't feasible, get a diagnostic from a trusted mechanic ($50-150)

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Find your vehicle above
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Check for recalls
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Get a professional diagnosis
A code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. A diagnostic ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause.

C0022: Brake Booster Solenoid