2018 Ford F-250 Sd: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Ford F-250 Sd: 9 recalls, 398 owner complaints.
Recalls
9 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Engine, Equipment Vehicle recall #19V278000 · 2019 · 131,068 vehicles
What's wrong: During the previous repair, the block heater cable's splice connector May have been damaged.
Why it matters: A damaged cable could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: 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.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #19V808000 · 2019 · 86,296 vehicles
What's wrong: The daytime running lights (drl) May not dim when the headlight switch is moved into the "on" position. 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."
Why it matters: Drl that cannot dim May reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module (bcm) software, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019.
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #19V864000 · 2019 · 231,664 vehicles
What's wrong: Water May enter the electrical wiring system and cause a short circuit, activating the switch and releasing the tailgate latches.
Why it matters: Unintended tailgate opening May allow unrestrained cargo to fall out of the truck bed and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will modify the tailgate/frame wiring harnesses by adding jumper pigtails to isolate the tailgate release control circuits and will install a new tailgate handle release switch, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2020.
Seat belts, Body & structure Vehicle recall #19V880000 · 2019 · 490,574 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: A vehicle fire could result if materials ignite inside the vehicle.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply heat resistant tape to the carpet and its insulation, and modify the b-pillar insulation as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 20, 2020.
Tires Vehicle recall #21V155000 · 2021 · 15,769 vehicles
What's wrong: On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
Why it matters: 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.
The fix: 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.
Body & structure, Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #22V087000 · 2022 · 247,445 vehicles
What's wrong: Underbody heat and noise insulators May loosen and contact the aluminum driveshaft, which could damage the driveshaft and cause it to fracture.
Why it matters: A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power, or a loss of vehicle control if the driveshaft contacts the ground. Additionally, unintended movement could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and repair the driveshaft as necessary, and properly attach the underbody insulators, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 7, 2022.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #22V644000 · 2022 · 277,040 vehicles
What's wrong: Degradation of the camera's anit-reflective lens coating can lead to a foggy or cloudy rearview camera image.
Why it matters: Lack of a clear rearview camera image can reduce the driver's visibility of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #22V880000 · 2022 · 18,808 vehicles
What's wrong: A radial damper inside the driveshaft May move out of position over time, which can cause a driveshaft imbalance and result in a fracture.
Why it matters: A fractured driveshaft can cause a loss of drive power. Additionally, a vehicle rollaway could occur while parked if the parking brake is not engaged. Either of these scenarios increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2023.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V572000 · 2025 · 1,456,417 vehicles
What's wrong: The rearview camera May display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Why it matters: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Equipment, Suspension Equipment recall #20E090000 · 2020 · 102 vehicles
What's wrong: 5 centerline stabilizer kits with part number 65050. The kits were sold as an accessory for certain 2005-2021 Ford f-250 4x4 and f-350 4x4 pickup trucks. The foam ring inside the stabilizer "through shaft" May block the piston ports, possibly causing the steering to lock up.
Why it matters: If the steering locks, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Icon will notify owners, and dealers will install a new shock assembly with a revised foam ring and steel support disc, free of charge. The recall began December 21, 2020.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 9 mention a fire, 4 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Steering (252): the most common themes are steering problems (139), noise or vibration (27).
- Suspension (198): the most common themes are steering problems (101), noise or vibration (28).
- Other / unknown (46): the most common themes are fire / smoke (5).
- Wheels (29): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (10), noise or vibration (5).
The 2018 Ford F-250 Sd has 398 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 36 F-250 Sd model years for complaints (2.2× the average F-250 Sd year). Complaints peaked in 2019 (141 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 28,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (1155 complaints, 14 recalls), 2019 (1164 complaints, 11 recalls).
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Ford F-250 Sd have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 vehicle recalls for the 2018 Ford F-250 Sd, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Ford F-250 Sd problems?
Owners have filed 398 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are steering (252), suspension (198), other / unknown (46).
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