How do I know if my 2018 Ford F-150 has a recall?

To know if your 2018 Ford F-150 has an open recall, start by entering your vehicle's VIN or license plate in our Safety Recall Checker. We will find recalls that affect your vehicle and need to be repaired.

How do I check my VIN for recalls for free?

Check your 2018 Ford F-150 VIN for free by entering it into our Safety Recall Checker.

What happens if my 2018 Ford F-150 has an open recall?

If your 2018 Ford F-150 is affected by a recall, it means that NHTSA and the manufacturer have identified an issue with your vehicle. After you check your vehicle, you can contact a dealership to schedule a repair.

How long does a recall take to fix?

How long it takes to fix a recall depends on the exact repairs needed. Something simple like a software update can be done in minutes, but complex mechanical repairs may take days or weeks. Ask the dealership when you schedule your appointment.

Do you need a warranty for a recall?

Your 2018 Ford F-150 does not need to be under warranty to get recalls fixed. Recalls for safety-related items on your 2018 Ford F-150 are taken care of by Ford at no cost to you even if your vehicle warranty has expired or if you are not the original owner of the vehicle.

How long does a recall last on a car?

A recall does not expire as long as the vehicle manufacturer remains in business or continues to make the replacement parts. Generally, recalls can be fixed for free up to 15 years after your car's date of manufacture.

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If your 2018 Ford F-150 is affected by a new safety recall, Ford will attempt to contact you by sending you a notice in the mail. This notice will detail the defect, when parts for repair will be ready, how to get your car fixed, and whether your unrepaired car is currently safe to drive or not.

If you aren't the original owner, have changed addresses, or have never visited your local dealership for service or maintenance, then you most likely will not receive a recall notice in the mail.

Another way to know whether your 2018 Ford F-150 has an open recall is to enter your VIN or license plate into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker above. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a 17-digit alphanumeric code that can be found on the bottom edge of your car's windshield, on the driver's side. It can also be found on your vehicle's registration card.

You can check your 2018 Ford F-150 for recalls by entering your VIN or license plate into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker found above. The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a unique 17-digit alphanumeric identification code on the bottom edge of your car’s windshield, on the driver’s side. It can also be found on your vehicle’s registration card.

Checking your VIN is the best way to find out if your car is affected by any recalls. Identical vehicles of the same make, model, year, and trim may not be affected by the same recall. A VIN is unique to a specific vehicle.

Your 2018 Ford F-150 is affected by a recall if the manufacturer or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has decided that a problem with your car makes it a safety risk or fails to meet safety standards. When this happens, the vehicle manufacturer is obligated to fix your vehicle.

Normally, you will receive a letter in the mail that explains the recall and how to get the defect fixed promptly and at no charge to you. The letter will explain what the exact defect is, when the parts will be ready, how to get your car fixed, and whether your car is safe to drive or not.

But in many cases, the manufacturer won't know you own an affected vehicle, which is why you should check your 2018 Ford F-150 for safety recalls frequently.

Use our Safety Recall Checker to check your 2018 Ford F-150 for open recalls.

How long it takes to fix a recall depends on many different factors:

How many vehicles are affected by the recall? How complex is the problem to fix? How many different parts are involved in the repair? Are the repair parts available? Has the dealership received the parts for the repair yet? Do dealership technicians have training to conduct the specific repair? How many recalled cars can the dealer repair each day (while also doing their daily service business)?

Recalls are unrelated to your warranty coverage. Any recalls that are issued for safety-related items on your 2018 Ford F-150 will be repaired by the vehicle manufacturer at no cost to you. Even if your vehicle's warranty has expired and you are not the original owner of the vehicle, you are still eligible to have any open safety recalls on your vehicle repaired.

You can check for any open recalls on your 2018 Ford F-150 by entering its VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) or license plate number into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker above. If there are any open recalls on your vehicle, contact a dealer as soon as possible to have repairs done.

Safety recalls that address a defective part or system on your 2018 Ford F-150 that came from the factory do not expire and can generally be fixed up to 15 years after the date of manufacture. Even if you are not the original owner, you can have repairs done to resolve any open recalls. This is important, especially if the recalls are safety-related. The only exceptions are if the carmaker is no longer in business or if the dealership can no longer get the needed parts. Recall repairs are generally free up to 15 years after the date of manufacture.

To check whether there are any open recalls on your 2018 Ford F-150, enter its VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) or license plate number into the RepairPal Safety Recall Checker here. Your 2018 Ford F-150 VIN can be found at the base of the windshield or on your registration card. If there are any open recalls on your vehicle, contact a dealer as soon as possible to have repairs done.

Ford F-150 Recalls

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There are 16 recalls that may affect your 2018 Ford F-150.

Check your Ford F-150 for safety recalls and get them fixed for free at a Ford dealership near you.

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2018 Ford F 150

16 Recalls

NHTSA 25V-236 · OEM 25S37

Braking Power Reduced Due To Master Cylinder Leak

123,611 Potential Units Affected

A brake fluid leak can cause reduced brake function and extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA 24V-852 · OEM 24C39

Air Bag Warning Label Missing From Dashboard

27,678 Potential Units Affected

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.

Vehicles Affected: 2018 Ford Expedition, 2018 Ford F-150 and 41 others

NHTSA 22V-150 · OEM 22S11

Brakes Require Extra Effort Due To Fluid Leak Into Brake Booster

195,864 Potential Units Affected

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.

Vehicles Affected: 2017 Ford F-150, 2017 Ford Expedition and 5 others

NHTSA 21V-983 · OEM 21S53

Tailgate Unlatches While Driving

57,591 Potential Units Affected

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.

Vehicles Affected: 2018 Ford F-150

NHTSA 21V-155 · OEM 21S10

Continental Tires Equipped With Vehicle May Fail

15,769 Potential Units Affected

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.

Vehicles Affected: 2018 Ford F-150, 2018 Ford F-250 Super Duty and 3 others

NHTSA 20V-097 · OEM 20C03

Daytime Running Lamps Do Not Dim When Headlights Are Turned On

166,196 Potential Units Affected

DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Vehicles Affected: 2018 Ford F-150, 2019 Ford F-150 and 1 other

NHTSA 19V-633 · OEM 19C07

Seat Backs Are Loose With Reduced Strength In An Accident

639,137 Potential Units Affected

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.

Vehicles Affected: 2018 Ford F-150, 2020 Ford Escape and 10 others