CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Ford F-350 SD has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 205 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 5 fires, 5 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (102 reports).
2018 Ford F-350 SD recalls
Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image
The rearview camera can display a distorted, inverted, or blank image while the vehicle is in reverse.
Driveshaft may fracture, causing loss of power or rollaway
A radial damper inside the driveshaft can move out of position over time.
Foggy Rearview Camera Image Can Hide Hazards Behind You
This recall covers certain 2017-2018 Ford F-Super Duty trucks and Lincoln Continental sedans equipped with the 360-degree camera system.
Loose Underbody Shield Can Damage Driveshaft, Risking Crash
Underbody heat and noise insulators on certain Super Duty pickups with gasoline engines and aluminum driveshafts may loosen and contact the driveshaft.
Tires May Fail, Causing Sudden Air Loss or Tread Separation
Certain Continental tires on these Ford trucks and SUVs may have been cured for too long during production.
Seat belt sparks can ignite interior materials, causing fire
Certain 2017-2019 Ford F-Super Duty SuperCrew Cab trucks have carpet flooring that can ignite if a front seat belt pretensioner fires during a crash.
Tailgate May Unlatch Unexpectedly, Dropping Cargo
Water can get into the electrical wiring of the tailgate release switch in the tailgate handle.
Daytime Running Lights May Not Dim, Raising Crash Risk
Some trucks in this recall may keep their daytime running lights at full brightness when the headlight switch is turned to the On position.
Damaged Engine Block Heater Cable Can Overheat and Cause Fire
Some pickup trucks with an engine block heater had a previous repair under an earlier recall.
Most common 2018 Ford F-350 SD problems
Problem areas named in the 205 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 102 |
| Suspension | 78 |
| Wheels | 25 |
| Structure | 24 |
| Unknown Or Other | 22 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Back Over Prevention | 10 |
| Engine | 7 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 6 |
| Power Train | 5 |
What owners report
Tailgate opens while driving with out me pushing the button. Puts people at risk by stuff in back of the truck falling out on the highway. Second the side view cameras are blurry canât see anything. Put the people on the side of the truck at risk of being hit.
I was traveling eastbound on highway 10 and around 10am near Gramercy Louisiana I was traveling approximately 70 mph and a slight wobble was felt in my steering wheel, I reduced my speed to about 60 mph to see if the wobble would go away. It was at this moment that the front passenger tire completely failed. I pulled my F350 to the side of the highway to access the situation. I have photos showing that the complete tread to the tire had separated from the belt for the full circumference of the tire. My truck had Cosmo LT285/70R17 installed by Lake Charles 2 Tire in the Spring/summer of 2024. I can confirm I had under 20,000 driven miles on the tires. The tire seperation , caused significant
I request that NHTSA investigate potential safety risks associated with the Bosch CP4 high-pressure fuel injection pump in the 6.7L Power Stroke diesel engine used in my 2018 Ford F-350 Super Duty. My truck has approximately 148,000 miles. I purchased it used and am concerned about potential catastrophic pump failure, sudden engine power loss, fuel-system contamination, and substantial repair costs. A CP4 pump failure can release metal debris into the fuel system, potentially damaging injectors, fuel rails, lines, and other components and requiring extensive repairs. Sudden engine power loss while driving or towing could create a serious safety hazard, particularly on highways. I understa
Going 60 to 70 miles per hour on I81 front end experienced uncontrollable wobbling not able to control truck had to slow down to stop vibrations. Occurred 3 times in a row almost rear ended by tractor trailer trucks as they could not tell we were having problems as we slowed down. Placing our flashing lights on was not enough notice to the large trucks
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the driveway of their residence, the DPF regeneration process activated and completed, and the vehicle was turned off. The contact exited the vehicle. Approximately 15 minutes later, the contact discovered flames coming from under the hood. The fire department responded and extinguished the fire. The cause of the fire was not determined. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 150,000.
2018 Ford F-350 SD questions
Does the 2018 Ford F-350 SD have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2018 Ford F-350 SD: Rearview Camera May Show Blank or Distorted Image; Driveshaft may fracture, causing loss of power or rollaway; Foggy Rearview Camera Image Can Hide Hazards Behind You; Loose Underbody Shield Can Damage Driveshaft, Risking Crash; Tires May Fail, Causing Sudden Air Loss or Tread Separation. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford F-350 SD?
Based on 205 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (102), Suspension (78), Wheels (25).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Ford F-350 SD has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.