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2018 Ford F-150: Problems, Recalls and MPG

What this means

NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns for the 2018 Ford F-150: four for the powertrain (filed 2017–2026), three for the engine (filed 2017–2019), two for lighting (filed 2020 and 2026) and nine more for other parts. Owners have filed 2,312 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the power train and the engine. For comparison, owners filed 1,443 for the 2017 and 1,330 for the 2019 F-150. In NHTSA crash tests it earned 4 stars overall, with a 19.1% rollover risk.

Summary reviewed by Recalls & Safety Desk · Oct 6, 2026 How we write summaries Data: NHTSA, DOT, EPA · Refreshed Oct 6, 2026
Recalls 18campaigns 4 power train · 3 engine · 2 lighting Source: NHTSA Complaints 2,312filed Owner reports, 2014–2023 shown Source: NHTSA ODI Crash tests 4★overall ★★★★☆ Frontal 4★ · Side 5★ · Rollover 4★ Source: NHTSA NCAP Fuel economy 25mpg combined $2,612/yr at this week's prices Source: EPA · EIA Specs 3 L 6-cyl· 10-speed automatic 38 engine and transmission configurations Source: NHTSA vPIC
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Recalls (18)

NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns for the 2018 Ford F-150. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗

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Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 26V373000 Filed Jun 9, 2026

Daytime Running Lights May Not Dim/FMVSS 108

Exterior lighting · headlights
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 20V097. When the headlight switch is turned from "Autolamps" to "Headlamps On," the Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) may remain fully bright instead of dimming to parking lamps as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Daytime Running Lamps that do not dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
,Dealers will reprogram the body control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 17, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C28. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported91,198 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V373000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 26V375000 Filed Jun 9, 2026

Unintended Vehicle Movement

Power train · automatic transmission · control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 17V669. Quickly moving the shift lever from Park to Drive may cause a loss of gear indication on the instrument cluster display and a momentary selection of an unintended gear, such as Reverse or Neutral.
Consequence
Unintended gear selection may cause the vehicle to move in an unexpected direction, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S42. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 6, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported10,742 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V375000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 25V236000 Filed Apr 11, 2025

Loss of Brake Function from Brake Fluid Leak

Service brakes, hydraulic · foundation components · master cylinder
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-150, Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Consequence
A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S37. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 22V-150.
33.9% repairedof 123,611 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 24V852000 Filed Nov 8, 2024

Missing Dashboard Air Bag Warning Label/FMVSS 208

Equipment · other · labels
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, 2020-2024 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, 2018-2024 F-150, Expedition and Lincoln Navigator vehicles. The air bag warning label may be missing from the dashboard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirement Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
Consequence
Without a label that shows the proper restraint usage guidelines, the occupants may have an increased risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will mail owners the warning labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 19, 2024. Owners may call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24C39.
65.6% repairedof 27,678 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 22V150000 Filed Mar 11, 2022

Brake Master Cylinder May Leak Fluid into Booster

Service brakes, hydraulic · foundation components · master cylinder
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and 2016-2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster.
Consequence
A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2022. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-332. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S11.
81.6% repairedof 195,864 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 22V150000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 21V983000 Filed Dec 16, 2021

Tailgate May Open Unexpectedly

Latches/locks/linkages · tailgate · latch
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles with manual and power release tailgates. The tailgate latches may unlatch unexpectedly while driving.
Consequence
Unexpected tailgate opening may allow unrestrained cargo to fall out of the truck bed and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the left-hand and right-hand tailgate latches, free of charge. An interim notification letter was mailed January 31, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 31, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S53.
67.6% repairedof 57,591 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 21V983000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 21V155000 Filed Mar 10, 2021

Tire Failure may Cause Sudden Air Loss

Tires
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150, 2018-2020 F-250, F-350, and 2019 Escape vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
Consequence
Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 27, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S10.
48.1% repairedof 15,769 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 21V155000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 20V097000 Filed Feb 21, 2020

Daytime Running Lights May Not Dim/FMVSS 108

Exterior lighting · headlights
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of dimming to parking lamps when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS) is manually rotated from the "Autolamps" switch position to "Headlamps On." As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C03.
65.9% repairedof 166,196 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
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Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V633000 Filed Aug 28, 2019

Reduced Seat Back Strength/FMVSS 202 & 207

Seats · front assembly · recliner
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also included are certain 2020 Ford Explorer and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with rear outboard seats and manual seat back recliner mechanisms. The recliner mechanisms may be missing the third pawl required for seat back strength, resulting in a loose seat back. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 202, "Head Restraints" and 207, "Seating Systems."
Consequence
A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C07.
77.8% repairedof 639,137 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V633000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 19V278000 Filed Apr 8, 2019

Damage to Block Heater Connector may cause Fire

Engine
Official NHTSA text
Summary
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 and previously remedied under recall 18V894. During the previous repair, the block heater cable's splice connector may have been damaged.
Consequence
A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the engine block heater from being used. When replacement cables become available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will replace the engine block heater cord, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S11.
85.6% repairedof 131,068 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 19V278000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 18V894000 Filed Dec 18, 2018

Block Heater Cable Splice Connector May Corrode

Engine
Official NHTSA text
Summary
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
78.7% repairedof 410,289 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V894000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 18V568000 Filed Aug 31, 2018

Fire after Seat Belt Pretensioner Deployment

Seat belts · pretensioner
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Ford F-150 Regular Cab and SuperCrew Cab vehicles. If a front seat belt pretensioner deploys as the result of a crash, the sparks may ignite materials such as carpeting or insulation within the B-pillar area.
Consequence
A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will remove the B-pillar insulation material and wiring harness tape, and install heat resistant tape, free of charge. The recall began September 28, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S27.
71.5% repairedof 1,619,112 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V568000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 18V392000 Filed Jun 12, 2018

Fuel Pump Assembly Welds May Fracture Causing Leak

Fuel system, gasoline · delivery · fuel pump
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Expedition, F-150, and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 3.5L GTDI V6 engines. These vehicles have high pressure fuel pump assemblies with welds that can fracture, which may cause an oil or fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump and associated components, free of charge. The recall began July 17, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S17.
90.4% repairedof 5,645 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V392000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 18V213000 Filed Apr 4, 2018

Missing Roll Pin Causing Loss of Park Function

Power train · automatic transmission
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-150 and 2018 Ford Expedition and Mustang and Lincoln Navigator vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions. A roll pin may not have been installed in the transmission, potentially causing a loss of the "Park" function.
Consequence
Despite the transmission shift lever being placed in 'Park' and the instrument panel display indicating 'Park,' the vehicle may roll away after it has been exited if the parking brake has not been applied, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission to make sure it has the roll pin, installing one if it is missing, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S09.
87.3% repairedof 142 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V213000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 18V214000 Filed Apr 4, 2018

Shifter position may incorrectly indicate 'Park'

Power train · automatic transmission
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-650 and F-750 vehicles equipped with 6-speed automatic transmissions and 2018 Ford F-150 and Expedition vehicles equipped with 10-speed automatic transmissions (excluding Expedition vehicles with a Rotary Gear Shift Dial on the console). The gear shift cable clip may not be properly seated, allowing the transmission to be in a different gear than indicated by the gear shift lever position.
Consequence
If the gear shift cable clip becomes unseated or dislodged, the gear shift lever position may indicate that the transmission is in 'Park' when it may be in a different gear. Additionally, despite selecting 'Park', if the parking brake is not applied before the vehicle is exited, the vehicle may roll. Either scenario increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the shift cable locking clip and properly seat it, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 18S10.
90.5% repairedof 292,909 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 18V214000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 17V669000 Filed Oct 23, 2017

Unintended Vehicle Movement

Power train · automatic transmission · control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.3L engine, a 6-speed transmission and a column mounted shift lever. Quickly moving the shift lever from Park to Drive may cause a loss of gear indication on the instrument cluster display and a momentary selection of an unintended gear, such as Reverse or Neutral before the vehicle achieves Drive function.
Consequence
Unidentified or unintended gear selection may cause the vehicle to move in a way that was not intended by the driver, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S35.
92.4% repairedof 12,429 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 17V669000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 17V672000 Filed Oct 23, 2017

Cylinder Heads Incorrectly Machined

Engine
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with 3.5L engines. The cylinder heads may have been machined without lubrication supply holes for the camshaft bearing journals.
Consequence
Without a proper supply of lubrication, the engine will fail, causing a stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford is not aware of any affected vehicles outside of dealer control. Should owner contact subsequently be required, arrangements will be made to transport their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the engine replaced.The recall began October 24, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S37.
100% repairedof 22 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 17V672000
Listed for 2018 Ford F-150. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 17V598000 Filed Sep 25, 2017

Rivets Missing from the Roof Braces

Structure · body · roof and pillars
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-150 Raptor Super Cab pick-up trucks not equipped with a moonroof. The structural roof braces may be missing rivets at the attachment of the roof rail, thereby reducing the structural integrity.
Consequence
If the structural integrity is reduced, in the event of a rollover crash, there may be an increased risk of injury .
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install the rivets for the roof brace attachments, free of charge. The recall began October 17, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S29.
66.7% repairedof 39 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 17V598000

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Owner complaints (2,312)

2,312 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.

64involved a crash
33involved a fire
52injuries reported
3deaths reported

As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.

Most-reported components

Complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Ford F-150, by component (top 10). One complaint can list several components, so these add up to more than 2,312.Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints · Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 · Report a data error

How 2018 compares with other F-150 years

Best and worst F-150 years →
1,534 1,722 2,061 1,443 2,312 1,330 731 1,019 595 409
2014201520162017201820192020202120222023
This year (2018)Other yearsStill collecting reports

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Crash tests: 4 stars overall

Overall★★★★☆
Frontal crashDriver 4★ · Passenger 4★★★★★☆
Side crashDriver 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 19.1%★★★★☆
Front seat of a modern car with the seat belt buckled across the passenger seat
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2018 Ford F-150 pu/rc 4x2, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy: up to 25 mpg combined

25
mpg combined
22
city
30
highway
EPA annual fuel cost
$3,850
CO₂ tailpipe
412 g/mi
EPA class
Standard Pickup Trucks

What it costs you to run

$2,612per year
$218per month
600gallons a year

Miles ÷ 25 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.

EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.

Specs by configuration

2018 Ford F-150 configurations with EPA data
Engine · transmissionDriveCity / Hwy / CombEPA $/yrCO₂ g/mi
3 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive22 / 30 / 25$3,850412
3 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive22 / 28 / 24$4,000424
3 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive21 / 28 / 24$4,000424
2.7 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive20 / 26 / 22$3,050401
2.7 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive20 / 25 / 22$3,050401
3.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive19 / 25 / 22$3,050410
3.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive20 / 25 / 22$3,050407
3 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive20 / 25 / 22$4,350463
3 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive20 / 25 / 22$4,350463
3.5 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive18 / 25 / 21$3,200426
2.7 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive19 / 25 / 21$3,200420
3.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive19 / 24 / 21$3,200423
2.7 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive19 / 24 / 21$3,200423
2.7 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive19 / 24 / 21$3,200423
3.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive19 / 24 / 21$3,200423
2.7 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive18 / 23 / 20$3,350444
3.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive18 / 23 / 20$3,350442
3.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive18 / 23 / 20$3,350437
3.5 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive17 / 22 / 19$3,550466
3.5 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive17 / 21 / 19$3,550466
5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive17 / 23 / 19$3,550463
3.5 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive17 / 23 / 19$3,550470
3.5 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive17 / 22 / 19$3,550468
3.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive17 / 22 / 19$3,550468
3.3 L 6-cyl · 6-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive17 / 22 / 19$3,550467
5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive17 / 23 / 19$3,550457
5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive16 / 21 / 18$3,700493
3.5 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive16 / 21 / 18$3,700494
5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive16 / 22 / 18$3,700485
5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive16 / 21 / 18$3,700491
5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive16 / 22 / 18$3,700498
5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive16 / 20 / 17$3,950522
5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive15 / 19 / 17$3,950523
5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive16 / 20 / 17$3,950523
5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automaticRear-Wheel Drive16 / 20 / 17$3,950520
5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive15 / 19 / 17$3,950523
5 L 8-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive16 / 20 / 17$3,950522
3.5 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive15 / 18 / 16$4,200546

Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.

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2018 Ford F-150 FAQ

How many recalls does the 2018 Ford F-150 have?

NHTSA lists 18 recall campaigns: 26V373000 (lighting), 26V375000 (power train), 25V236000 (brake), 24V852000 (equipment), 22V150000 (brake), 21V983000 (latch), 21V155000 (tire), 20V097000 (lighting), 19V633000 (seat), 19V278000 (engine), 18V894000 (engine), 18V568000 (seat belt), 18V392000 (fuel pump), 18V213000 (power train), 18V214000 (power train), 17V669000 (power train), 17V672000 (engine), 17V598000 (structure). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.

What are the most common 2018 Ford F-150 problems?

Owners filed 2,312 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (1,011), Engine (506), Unknown or other (234) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.

What mpg does the 2018 Ford F-150 get?

EPA rates the 3 L 6-cyl · 10-speed automatic version at 22 city, 30 highway and 25 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.

What safety rating did the 2018 Ford F-150 get?

NHTSA rated the 2018 Ford F-150 pu/rc 4x2 4 stars overall, with 4 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (19.1% rollover risk).

How does the 2018 F-150 compare with other years?

Among the 2014–2021 Ford F-150 model years at least five years old, the 2020 drew the fewest complaints (731) and the 2018 the most (2,312). The 2018 drew 2,312. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Summary reviewed on Oct 6, 2026.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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