2018 Ford C-MAX
Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2018
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2013 | 186 |
| 2014 | 80 |
| 2015 | 53 |
| 2016 | 35 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 10 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
2 of 10 total reports mention: steering.
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Steering at highway speeds is unsafe as vehicle wanders within lane purportedly due to electric-assist power steering. Speeds above 40MPH, vehicle requires excessive steering input to stay within lane.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-13
Electrical system
2 of 10 total reports mention: electrical system.
Air bags
2 of 10 total reports mention: air bags.
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I recently rear ended a car and the front of the vechical was damaged. The air bag censor was destroyed, however the airbags did not come out. This was on a 2018 Ford c-max. Many people pointed out this malfunction and how my life was put at risk.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-06
I totalled my car. The steering wheel airbag failed to inflate
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-09-19
Visibility/wiper
1 of 10 total reports mentions: visibility/wiper.
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The right-hand outside rearview mirror contains a small inset mirror intended to provide a different angle of view so as to give the driver visibility of vehicles alongside or in the "Blind spot." It is supposed to be mounted at an angle relative to...
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-02-11
Suspension
1 of 10 total reports mentions: suspension.
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2018 titanium Ford C-MAX with rattling/clunking noise emanating from vehicle undercarriage. Vehicle purchased new now has failing strut braces (Which also failed on our new 2017 C-MAX).
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-05-01
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2022-10-27Power train22V413000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2019 Escape, 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2016 Fusion, 2013-2021 Transit Connect, and 2015-2018 Edge vehicles. The bushing that attaches the shifter cable to the transmission may degrade or detach.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the under hood shift bushing and add a protective cap over the shift cable bushing, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters, informing owners of the safety risk, were mailed July 1, 2022.
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2023-01-27Defect petitionClosed 2023-08-07 Pedestrian alert sounds
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Ford C-MAX — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 22V413000 · Power train
FAQ
- Is the 2018 Ford C-MAX reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford C-MAX?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Ford C-MAX have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.