CarRecallWatchThe 2018 Ford F-550 has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (2 reports).
2018 Ford F-550 recalls
Backup camera image can flip, risking a crash
Certain 2018 Ford F-550 trucks fitted with ASA Electronics Voyager monitors can have their back-up camera display revert to factory default settings.
Backup camera image may flip, risking a crash
Certain 2018-2019 commercial vehicles built on Ford and Freightliner chassis with ASA Electronics Voyager back-up camera displays may unexpectedly switch to the factory default settings.
Backup Camera Image May Show Reversed, Risking Crashes
VCI Emergency Vehicle Specialists is recalling certain ambulances built on Ford and Chevrolet chassis that use ASA Electronics Voyager monitors to display the backup camera image.
Brake lights may light up without the pedal pressed
Certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550-based fire trucks equipped with Whelen brake lights may have brake lights that illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Brake lights may light up without the brake pedal pressed
Some 2017-2018 ambulances built on Ford E-350, E-450, F-450, and F-550 chassis, and GMC G3500 chassis, were equipped with Whelen brake lights that, depending on how the vehicle is wired, may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Brake lights may light up without the brake pedal pressed
This recall covers one 2018 emergency vehicle built on a Ford F-550 4x4 Crew Cab chassis and fitted with Whelen brake lights.
Brake lights may light up without the brake pedal pressed
On certain emergency vehicles fitted with Whelen brake lights, the brake lights may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed, depending on how the vehicle's wiring is set up.
Brake lights may light up without the brake pedal pressed
On certain 2018 Ford F-550 vehicles fitted with a B-27 Minuteman body and Whelen brake lights, the brake lights may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Brake lights may light up without pedal pressed
Certain 2018 ambulances and emergency vehicles built on specific Ford, Chevrolet, Freightliner and International chassis are equipped with Whelen brake lights that may illuminate even when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Engine block heater cable can corrode and cause fire
Water and contaminants can enter the splice connector on the engine block heater cable, causing corrosion and damage.
Most common 2018 Ford F-550 problems
Problem areas named in the 8 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-550. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact stated that the frame was cracked between the bed and the cab. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was confirmed that the vehicle was previously repaired under a related unknown recall and declined to perform the recall repair on a second occasion. The dealer determined that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 73,000.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-550. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH, the subframe suddenly fractured in half. The contact stated that the fracture occurred near the rear cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was later towed from the scene. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 268,967.
The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-550. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the contact observed a humming sound coming from the rear-end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the ring and pinion needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the ring and pinion needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 26,000.
The contact's company owns a 2018 Ford F-550. The contact stated while an employee was driving at 55 MPH, the service vehicle soon warning light illuminated intermittently. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the turbocharger to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but experienced failure a second time on July 28, 2023. The contact took the vehicle back to the local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the turbocharger to be replaced a second time. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 66,265.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 FORD F-550. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHCILE STARTED TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY FROM FRONT END OF VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HEARTLAND FORD (5979 WEST, US HWY 136, COVINGTON, IN 47932, (765)793-2233) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH NEEDING THE STEERING DAMPER, 3 BALL JOINTS, AND TRACK BAR TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TO LAFAYETTE FORD (2051 SAGAMORE PKWY S, LAFAYETTE, IN 47905, (765) 447-9444) BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT INFORMED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 17,000. ## VIN PASSED ##
2018 Ford F-550 questions
Does the 2018 Ford F-550 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2018 Ford F-550: Backup camera image can flip, risking a crash; Backup camera image may flip, risking a crash; Backup Camera Image May Show Reversed, Risking Crashes; Brake lights may light up without the pedal pressed; Brake lights may light up without the brake pedal pressed. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2018 Ford F-550?
Based on 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (2), Steering (2), Structure (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2018 Ford F-550 has been fixed?
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