2018 Ford F-450 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other F-450 years
- About as many complaints as other years 5th of 18 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Ford F-450. That ranks 5th out of 18 F-450 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (3 complaints, 30%), typically at around 46,200 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 10owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 Ford F-450 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3 | 30% | 46,200 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 20% | 3,800 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 20% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 20% | 11,838 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 20% | 11,838 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 10% | 18,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 10% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 10% | 22,876 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | 10% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Ford F-450 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment
Problem: LGE Coachworks, Inc. (LGE Coachworks) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Ford E-450, F-550, and Freightliner M2-based vehicles equipped with ASA Electronics Voyager back-up camera displays. The displays may unexpectedly revert back to the factory default settings which may cause the camera image to be reversed.
Risk: The driver may inadvertently turn the wrong direction to avoid an object behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: ASA will notify LGE Coachworks owners, and dealers will replace the displays, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact ASA customer service at 1-800-384-4400 or LGE Coachworks at 1-800-209-3985.
Exterior lighting:brake lights
Problem: Taylor Made Ambulances is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford E-350, F-450, E-450, F-550, and GMC G3500-based ambulances equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Risk: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Taylor Made will notify owners and Whelen will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2019. Owners may contact Taylor Made Ambulances customer service at 1-800-468-1310.
Engine
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causing corrosion and damage.
Risk: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S45.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Power Tailgate Release Systems (RQ21001) — opened Jan 15, 2021, closed Jan 10, 2024.
- Power tailgate opens unintended (PE18011) — opened Oct 12, 2018, closed Dec 12, 2019, led to recall 19V864000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
incidents Summary: The vehicle experienced a significant engine compartment fire while in operation. The fire originated in the engine valley near the secondary fuel filter, consistent with the failure mode described in NHTSA Investigation PE24014. 1. Component Failure & Part Numbers: The fire…
My truck is outfitted with the CP4 fuel pump. These pumps are failing on a regular basis and destroying entire fuel systems costing the vehicle owner as much as $20,000 to replace. If this pump goes out while driving, it could be a major safety issue. I tow a 44 foot trailer with my truck and this…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-450. The contact stated that upon having the vehicle serviced, he was made aware that there were metal shavings found inside the oil pan, and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred…
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light remained illuminated, and the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the turbo charger. After retrieving the vehicle…
The rear camera is addressed in NHTSA Recall Number22V644, but the same issue is occurring with the front camera too. Ford dealer said to call Ford customer service to address my concern. Ford customer service advised I file a claim with NHTSA. Since Ford already acknowledged the issue with these…
Other Ford F-450 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 F-450 | 24 | 1 |
| 2019 F-450 | 20 | 4 |
| 2018 | 10 | 3 |
| 2017 F-450 | 21 | 4 |
| 2016 F-450 | 4 | 0 |
| 2015 F-450 | 6 | 2 |
| 2014 F-450 | 3 | 0 |
| 2013 F-450 | 6 | 1 |
| 2012 F-450 | 14 | 4 |
| 2011 F-450 | 9 | 2 |
| 2010 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2007 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2006 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 F-450 | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford F-450?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Ford F-450?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 Ford F-450 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other F-450 model years, the 2018 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.