MYRModel Year Report

2018 Ford F-450

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2018 Ford F-450
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:40:33.869Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
10

Too few to rank

Recalls
3

Campaigns on file for 2018

Investigations
2

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

2011: 9 complaints 2011 2012: 14 complaints 2013: 6 complaints 2013 2014: 3 complaints 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 4 complaints 2017: 21 complaints 2018: 10 complaints 2018 10 2019: 20 complaints 2020: 25 complaints
2011: 9 complaints 2011 2012: 14 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2013 2014: 3 complaints 2014 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 4 complaints 2016 2017: 21 complaints 2017 2018: 10 complaints 2018 10 2019: 20 complaints 2019 2020: 25 complaints 2020
2011: 9 complaints 2011 2012: 14 complaints 2012 2013: 6 complaints 2013 2014: 3 complaints 2014 2015: 6 complaints 2015 2016: 4 complaints 2016 2017: 21 complaints 2017 2018: 10 complaints 2018 10 2019: 20 complaints 2019 2020: 25 complaints 2020

2018: 10 complaints

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201214
20136
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201721
201810
201920
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Known problem areas

Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Engine

3 of 10 total reports mention: engine.

FIRE
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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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-01-23

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system and electrical system

Wheels

2 of 10 total reports mention: wheels.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2018 Ford F-450. While driving 45 MPH, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was taken to lebanon Ford (770 columbus ave, lebanon, oh 45036, (513) 932-1010), but the failure could not be duplicated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-30

Also filed under Steering

Steering

2 of 10 total reports mention: steering.

Fuel/propulsion system

2 of 10 total reports mention: fuel/propulsion system.

FIRE

Electrical system

2 of 10 total reports mention: electrical system.

FIRE
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The power tailgate opens randomly on its own. This has resulted in damage to my tailgate and the attached trailer. I have security video footage of it opening right before as I started to drive. Ford is refusing to repair it under warranty.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-04

Safety timeline

3 recalls · 2 investigations · oldest first

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  1. I
    2018-10-12Preliminary evaluationClosed 2019-12-12 Power tailgate opens unintended
  2. R
    2019-05-09Equipment19V398000 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.

    Remedy: 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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2019-06-03Engine18V894000 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.

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

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    2019-06-05Exterior lighting19V342000 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.

    Remedy: 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.

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    2021-01-15Recall queryClosed 2024-01-10 Power Tailgate Release Systems

Buy-smart checklist

2018 Ford F-450 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
  • Wheels: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Steering: 2 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 19V398000 · Equipment
  • Recall 18V894000 · Engine
  • Recall 19V342000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2018 Ford F-450 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-450?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2018 Ford F-450 have?
3 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.