2018 Ford F-250 SD

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2018 Ford F-250 SD
RENDERED 2026-11-01T17:04:18.506Z

Only 17 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 17 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
17

Too few to rank

Recalls
10

Campaigns on file for 2018

Investigations
3

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 4 complaints 1994: 2 complaints 1995: 9 complaints 1996: 11 complaints 1996 1997: 39 complaints 1998: 1 complaint 1999: 249 complaints 2000: 233 complaints 2001: 288 complaints 2001 2002: 245 complaints 2003: 178 complaints 2004: 254 complaints 2005: 295 complaints 2006: 274 complaints 2006 2007: 54 complaints 2008: 141 complaints 2009: 23 complaints 2010: 32 complaints 2011: 122 complaints 2011 2012: 57 complaints 2013: 21 complaints 2014: 26 complaints 2015: 23 complaints 2016: 15 complaints 2017: 73 complaints 2018: 17 complaints 2018 17 2019: 12 complaints 2020: 15 complaints 2021: 7 complaints 2022: 12 complaints 2023: 43 complaints 2024: 39 complaints 2025: 17 complaints 2026: 8 complaints 2026
1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 4 complaints 1994: 2 complaints 1994 1995: 9 complaints 1996: 11 complaints 1997: 39 complaints 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1999: 249 complaints 2000: 233 complaints 2000 2001: 288 complaints 2002: 245 complaints 2003: 178 complaints 2003 2004: 254 complaints 2005: 295 complaints 2006: 274 complaints 2006 2007: 54 complaints 2008: 141 complaints 2009: 23 complaints 2009 2010: 32 complaints 2011: 122 complaints 2012: 57 complaints 2012 2013: 21 complaints 2014: 26 complaints 2015: 23 complaints 2015 2016: 15 complaints 2017: 73 complaints 2018: 17 complaints 2018 17 2019: 12 complaints 2020: 15 complaints 2021: 7 complaints 2021 2022: 12 complaints 2023: 43 complaints 2024: 39 complaints 2024 2025: 17 complaints 2026: 8 complaints
1991: 1 complaint 1991 1992: 3 complaints 1993: 4 complaints 1993 1994: 2 complaints 1995: 9 complaints 1995 1996: 11 complaints 1997: 39 complaints 1997 1998: 1 complaint 1999: 249 complaints 1999 2000: 233 complaints 2001: 288 complaints 2001 2002: 245 complaints 2003: 178 complaints 2003 2004: 254 complaints 2005: 295 complaints 2005 2006: 274 complaints 2007: 54 complaints 2007 2008: 141 complaints 2009: 23 complaints 2009 2010: 32 complaints 2011: 122 complaints 2011 2012: 57 complaints 2013: 21 complaints 2013 2014: 26 complaints 2015: 23 complaints 2015 2016: 15 complaints 2017: 73 complaints 2018: 17 complaints 2018 17 2019: 12 complaints 2020: 15 complaints 2021: 7 complaints 2021 2022: 12 complaints 2023: 43 complaints 2023 2024: 39 complaints 2025: 17 complaints 2025 2026: 8 complaints

2018: 17 complaints

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YearComplaints
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19923
19934
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19959
199611
199739
19981
1999249
2000233
2001288
2002245
2003178
2004254
2005295
2006274
200754
2008141
200923
201032
2011122
201257
201321
201426
201523
201615
201773
201817
201912
202015
20217
202212
202343
202439
202517
20268

Known problem areas

Only 17 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Steering

10 of 17 total reports mention: steering.

Suspension

6 of 17 total reports mention: suspension.

Power train

2 of 17 total reports mention: power train.

Wheels

1 of 17 total reports mentions: wheels.

Structure

1 of 17 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.

Safety timeline

10 recalls · 3 investigations · oldest first

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    2018-10-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 2019-12-12 Power tailgate opens unintended
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    2019-05-31Engine, equipment19V278000 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...

    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.

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    2019-11-25Exterior lighting19V808000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2019 F-250, F-350 and F-450 Super Duty trucks. The Daytime Running Lights (DRL) may not dim when the headlight switch is moved into the "On" position.

    Remedy: Ford has notified owners, and dealers will reprogram the Body Control Module (BCM) software, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19C10.

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    2020-01-22Latches/locks/linkages19V864000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 trucks equipped with an electric tailgate latch release switch mounted in the tailgate handle.

    Remedy: 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.

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    2020-01-22Seat belts, structure19V880000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2019 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 SuperCrew Cab vehicles with carpet flooring.

    Remedy: 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.

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    2020-12-21Equipment, steering, suspension20E090000 Icon Vehicle Dynamics, LLC (Icon) is recalling all 05-UP FSD 2.5 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.

    Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Icon customer service at 1-951-689-4266.

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    2021-01-15Recall queryClosed 2024-01-10 Power Tailgate Release Systems
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    2021-04-27Tires21V155000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 F-150, 2018-2020 F-250, F-350, and 2019 Escape vehicles equipped with Continental tires.

    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.

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    2022-04-07Power train, structure22V087000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2022 F-250 and F-350 Super Duty vehicles equipped with gasoline engines and aluminum driveshafts.

    Remedy: 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. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

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    2023-07-14Back over prevention22V644000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2020 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, and 2017-2020 Lincoln Continental vehicles equipped with the 360-degree camera system.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 14, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S51.

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    2023-07-27Power train22V880000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017-2018 F-Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 4x4 vehicles. A radial damper inside the driveshaft may move out of position over time, which can cause a driveshaft imbalance and result in a fracture.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S74.

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    2024-05-09Preliminary evaluationOpen Sogefi Secondary Diesel Fuel Filter Leak
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    2026-01-13Back over prevention25V572000 Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger...

    Remedy: 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.

Buy-smart checklist

2018 Ford F-250 SD — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Steering: 10 reports on file for this year.
  • Suspension: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Power train: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 19V278000 · Engine, equipment
  • Recall 19V808000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 19V864000 · Latches/locks/linkages
  • Recall 19V880000 · Seat belts, structure
  • Recall 20E090000 · Equipment, steering, suspension
  • Recall 21V155000 · Tires
  • Recall 22V087000 · Power train, structure
  • Recall 22V644000 · Back over prevention
  • Recall 22V880000 · Power train
  • Recall 25V572000 · Back over prevention

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Ford F-250 SD 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 F-250 SD?
The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 59% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Ford F-250 SD have?
10 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.